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the listingthe listingYOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO ROYSTON & BEYOND • APRIL 14 • ISSUE 104

WHAT’S ON? • COMMUNITY NEWS • LOCAL BUSINESSES • EVENTS • SCHOOLS

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To the April issue of The Listing

WELCOMESpring is most definitely here and what could be nicer than spending it outside. Look out for news of the Thriplow Daffodil Weekend, now in its 46th year, and Meldreth Open Gardens. Please keep us in touch with your events this summer - we can publicise them free of charge in our What’s On and editorial sections, or offer charity rates to publish your poster.

CathWith best wishes

PUBLISHER AND EDITORCath Boughton

EDITORIALKate Berry01763 [email protected]

MEDIA SALESSharon Windebank01763 [email protected]

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April Day Trips AdultThu 10 Kew Gardens & Palace £32.50Fri 11 The Newmarket Experience with Guide £50.00Sat 12 RHS London Orchid & Botanic Art Show £30.00Wed 16 Norwich £17.00Sun 20 Easter Sunday Lunch Cruise to Windsor £55.00Tue 22 All That Glitters: The Gems & Jewels of London £45.00Sun 27 Sunday in the East End with Sunday Lunch £49.50Wed 30 Brogdale Blossom Tour £31.50May Thu 1 Billy Elliot Matinee & 4* Hotel Carvery Lunch £69.50 Adult £64.50 SeniorThu 1 Royal Mews, Queens Gallery & 4* Hotel Lunch£55.00Sat 3 Canterbury £25.00Tue 6 Suffolk Heritage Coast Guided Tour & Lunch £47.00Sat 10 Chatsworth House £42.00Sun 11 Portsmouth – inc Mary Rose Museum £46.00Tue 13 Legal London – Guided Tour & Lunch £48.00Tue 13 The Bodyguard – West End Evening £65.00Tue 13 The Lion King – West End Evening £69.00Wed 14 Bletchley Park £34.00Wed 14 Milton Keynes Shopping £20.00Wed 14 “POINTLESS” Elstree TV Studios inc Brunch £24.00Thu 15 Maidstone Cruise with Fish & Chip lunch £45.00Sat 17 Lichfield & The National Memorial Arboretum £25.00Sun 18 The Commitments – West End Matinee £65.00Sun 18 Thriller Live – West End Matinee £54.50Sun 18 York £30.00Mon 19 Holkham Hall £35.00Sat 24 Chelsea Flower Show – Full day £79.00Mon 26 Southwold £15.00Tue 27 Melton Mowbray & Rutland Cruise £29.00Tue 27 (Half Term) Warner Bros Studio Tour – Harry Potter

£47.00 adult £39.50 childWed 28 London Kensington – Museums or Shopping £22.00Wed 28 V&A Museum The Glamour of Italian Fashion £33.00Thu 29 Hampton Court Palace & Gardens £36.00Fri 30 Great Yarmouth £15.00Sun 1 “Under The Bearskin” Guided tour £48.00

Price includes return coach fare & admission where applicableReduced fares for senior citizens & children on some trips

Pick up from Royston & Melbourn on most trips

Coach Holidays (many more in brochure)Mon 21 Apr Isle of Wight £330 5 daysMon 5 May Grand Tour of Wales £499 7 daysMon 5 May Southsea in Spring £395 5 daysMon 19 May Eastbourne £350 5 daysMon 19 May Lake District £440 5 daysSun 25 May Bristol, Bath & The Wye Valley £375 5 daysThu 12 Jun Captivating Cornwall £525 6 daysMon 16 Jun Bournemouth £330 5 daysMon 21 Jul Beautiful South Wales £375 5 daysThu 7 Aug Isle of Man £569 6 daysMon 11 Aug Devon Rails, Sails & Tails £399 5 daysMon 18 Aug Yorkshire Vales & Dales £399 5 daysMon 25 Aug Warners Alvaston Hall £395 5 days

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DON’T DESPAIR – REPAIR!Tina learnt how to solder – repairing her

treasured Roberts radio. Dale and Kathy had been flooded two days before but still came to volunteer. Greg may be able to mend 2-year old James’ bike through the magic of 3-D printing.

These were just some of the highlights at Royston’ first Repair Cafe in February where volunteer menders and owners of broken items. 24 items were brought for assessment, including TVs, printers and chairs. Nine items were fully repaired and owners of all other items except one were advised about getting further help from local contacts. Only one item was declared ‘beyond repair’ and that will be used for spare parts.

Have you got items that need mending in your garage, shed, cellar or roof space? If so, bring them along to the second Royston Repair Cafe. It’s 10am – 1pm on Sunday 27 April at Meridian School, Royston. It’s free, but booking is essential. Book your place online at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/second-royston-repair-cafe-tickets-10921864591.

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treasured Roberts radio. Dale and Kathy had been flooded two days before but still came to volunteer. Greg may be able to mend 2-year old James’ bike

volunteer menders and owners of broken items. 24 items were brought for assessment, including

from local contacts. Only one item was declared

Have you got items that need mending in your

them along to the second Royston Repair Cafe. It’s 10am – 1pm on Sunday 27 April at Meridian School, Royston. It’s free, It’s 10am – 1pm on Sunday 27 April at Meridian School, Royston. It’s free, but booking is essential. Book your place online at www.eventbrite.but booking is essential. Book your place online at www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/second-royston-repair-cafe-tickets-10921864591.

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Thriplow Daffodil Weekend

SATURDAY 5 & SUNDAY 6TH APRIL

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Britain’s most famous daffodil festival takes place on the weekend of 5/6th April 2014. The residents in the South Cambridgeshire village of Thriplow are getting ready for their 46th annual Daffodil Weekend, when between 7000 and 10 000 people visit to see the wonderful blooms . Virtually everyone in the village does something towards the event, be it baking cakes, helping serve teas, working in the car park or picking

up litter at the end of the day to bring off one of the best loved charity events in Cambridgeshire.Daffodil Weekend started in 1969 because the church was in need of major roof repairs. Residents

decided to open up their gardens and made cups of tea from their own houses. They made an amazing £206 and were so delighted they decided to do it all again the following year – and so Thriplow Daffodil Weekend was born. Since 1969 a total of over £400,000 has been raised for local charities.

This year we are supporting Home-Start Royston & South Cambridgeshire (www.hsrsc.org.uk/) as our external charity. Home-Start helps families with children under the age of five cope with post natal depression, illness, isolation, bereavement, disability, domestic abuse and much more, offering regular support and practical help to alleviate stress with a view to preventing family crisis and

breakdown.Visitors step back in time, walking traffic-free lanes and connecting footpaths, visiting residents ‘Open Gardens’, Craft Barns, Marquees,

Stalls and Demonstrations, and experiencing the warm and friendly atmosphere.There is something for everyone, young and old; from a flower festival in the Church and Sheepdog demonstrations on the Meadow, to

Morris Dancers outside the pub and vintage vehicles and classic cars at the School. Heavy horses give dray rides up and down the main street and there is traditional music wherever you go. Local food producers are celebrated at ‘Taste of Thriplow’ on Peggs Close and no visitor should miss the home-baked, ‘Thriplow Teas’. The community owned traditional British pub The Green Man will be hosting their usual hog roast at the front of the building and will have real ales in both the pub and in the “Taste of Thriplow” tent. Everything you require for a great day out is catered for.

NEW ATTRACTIONS FOR 2014: • Classic Cars • Local Food Fair • Steam Organ • Miniature Steam Railway Rides • Folk Music Tent 5th and 6th April, 11 am to 5pm £5 for adults, £2.50 for children and under school age get in FREE. www.thriplowdaffodils.org.uk

decided to open up their gardens and made cups of tea from their own houses. They made an amazing £206 and were so delighted they decided to do it all again the following year – and so Thriplow Daffodil Weekend was born. Since 1969 a total of over £400,000 has been raised for local charities.

as our external charity. Home-Start helps families with children under the age of five cope with post natal depression, illness, isolation, bereavement, disability, domestic abuse and much more, offering regular support and practical help to alleviate stress with a view to preventing family crisis and

breakdown.

2014. The residents in the South Cambridgeshire village of Thriplow are getting ready for their 46th annual Daffodil Weekend, when between 7000 and 10 000 people visit to

up litter at the end of the day to bring off one of the best loved charity events in Cambridgeshire.up litter at the end of the day to bring off one of the best loved charity events in Cambridgeshire.









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Friday 4th 7.30PM. Kiss the Water (PG) 80 Minutes Documentary/Biography/AnimationIncluding a Question and Answer Session after the film with Animator Em Cooper.Employing a lyrical mix of interviews, meditative landscape photography and animation (from UK artist Em Cooper) Kiss the Water explores a remarkable woman’s utter dedication to the perfection of her craft. “KISS THE WATER is like dreaming and eating dessert at the same time.” This tender beautiful film was touted on its UK premiere in the Observer as the find of this year’s Edinburgh Film Festival.Saturday 5th 7.30PM. Dallas Buyer Club (15) 117 Minutes Biography/Drama/HistoryElectrician and sometimes rodeo bull rider Ron Woodroof played by Matthew McConaughey lives hard, which includes heavy smoking, drinking, drug use (primarily cocaine) and casual sex. He is a stereotypical redneck: racist and homophobic. While in the hospital on a work related injury, the doctors discover and inform him that he is HIV+, and that he will most-likely die within thirty days. Friday 11th 7.30PM. The Invisible Woman (12A) 111 Minutes Biography/Drama/RomanceThe Invisible Woman brings the story of how famous writer Charles Dickens falls in love with a much younger woman, Ellen “Nelly” Ternan”.A jewel directed and starring Ralph Fiennes. The heavily garbed women, great sweeps of countryside, and living in little houses “in town,” and even the poor and “fallen women” on the streets of London come to life. Saturday 12th 3PM. Mr Peabody & Sherman (U) 92 Minutes Family/Animation/Adventure/ComedyUsing his most ingenious invention, the WABAC machine, Mr. Peabody and his adopted boy Sherman hurtle back in time to experience world-changing events first-hand and interact with some of the greatest characters of all time. They find themselves in a race to repair history and save the future.Saturday 12th 7.30PM. The Monuments Men (12A) 118 Minutes Biography/Drama/HistoryBased on the true story of the greatest treasure hunt in history this is an action drama focusing on an unlikely World War II platoon, tasked by FDR with going into Germany to rescue artistic masterpieces from Nazi thieves and returning them to their rightful owners.Friday 18th 7.30PM. Only Lovers Left Alive (15) 123 Minutes Horror/Drama/RomanceAn underground musician reunites with his lover for centuries after he becomes depressed and tired with the direction human society has taken. Their love is interrupted and tested by her wild and uncontrollable little sister. Wonderful imagery style and atmosphere in the extreme, with great acting. Beauty in many forms: you get a lot for your eyes and also depending on your taste in music, there is also a lot for your ears.Saturday 19th 3PM. Hop (U)- Special Easter Screening. 95 Minutes Animation/Family/ComedyE.B., the Easter Bunny’s teenage son, heads to Hollywood, and is determined to become a drummer in a rock ‘n’ roll band. Whilst In LA, he’s taken in by Fred after the out-of-work slacker hits E.B. with his car.Saturday 19th 7.30PM. The Book Thief (12A) 131 Minutes Drama/WarBased on the beloved bestselling book the film tells the story of a spirited and courageous young girl who transforms the lives of everyone around her when she is sent to live with a foster family in World War II Germany. While subjected to the horrors of World War II Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. Under the stairs in her home, a Jewish refugee is being sheltered by her adoptive parents.Friday 25th 7.30PM Her (15) 126 Minutes Drama/Romance/Sci-FiTheodore is a lonely man in the final stages of his divorce. When he’s not working as a letter writer, his down time is spent playing video games and occasionally hanging out with friends. He decides to purchase the new OS1, which is advertised as the world’s first artificially intelligent operating system, “It’s not just an operating system, it’s a consciousness,” the ad states. Theodore quickly finds himself drawn in with Samantha, the voice behind his OS1.Saturday 26th 7.30PM. The Grand Budapest Hotel(12A) 105 Minutes Action/Mystery/ThrillerHeadline film at the recent Berlin Film Festival, Written and Directed by the acclaimed Wes Anderson, recounts the adventures of Gustave H (Ralph Fiennes) a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars, and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend. The story involves the theft and recovery of a priceless Renaissance painting and the battle for an enormous family fortune -- all against the back-drop of a suddenly and dramatically changing Continent.

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ARE YOU LOOKING TO CONTINUE WITH YOUR EDUCATION AND ALSO WANTING TO DEVELOP YOUR

FOOTBALL CAREER?

Then come along for a Football trial to join the new and exciting Meridian Sixth Form College/Royston Town FC – Football

Education Programme - Starting September 2014

The Meridian Sixth Form, in conjunction with Royston Town Football Club are now recruiting male players for their new Football Education Programme. This course will be under the supervision of very experienced and fully qualified coaches and will be available to Year 12 students who will be ready to start in September 2014. Students will be offered the opportunity to enrol either onto a BTEC Level 3 Sport Course (equivalent to A Levels) or an NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Activity Leadership qualification. The Football Programme has been designed so that students will be able to train full-time alongside their course of study which will enable any aspiring young Footballer to develop and progress their career in sport. Football Trial Date: Tuesday 8th April 2014 Venue: Meridian School 3G astro, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JH. Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm For all additional course information, or to book a place please e-mail Jess Weatherall, Head of Sixth Form at the following address: [email protected] or alternatively telephone the Meridian School office: 01763 242236.

SPRING IN TO SINGING WITH ROYSTON CHORAL SOCIETYFounded 1974 – 40 years of making fine music locallyDo you sing in the shower? Hum along to music in the car? Have to restrain

yourself from singing aloud to your iPod on the train? Admire the new singers Gareth Malone’s choirs?

Then come along to Royston Choral Society’s next Open Rehearsal April 29th 8.00pm at Royston Parish Church. RCS understands that many potential singers are put off by the thought of auditions so we invite new singers to come along for up to 3 weeks, starting with the open rehearsal, free of charge, to see how you get on. You will not be asked to sing on your own. If you chose to stay with us, termly fees are reasonable and include music hire.

One of our altos had never sung in a choir before attending an RCS Open Rehearsal. Now she says singing with RCS is ‘challenging, satisfying and a good diversion from everyday life’ – and she’s even been abroad on singing holidays! Just in the last two years groups from RCS have sung in New York’s Carnegie Hall and in Italy.

RCS sings a wide range of music from Bach to the Beach Boys, classical works with orchestra and soloists to mixed programmes in small village churches.

See our website http://www.roystonchoralsoc.org.uk/ for more information or telephone Heather Howard 01763 249058 email [email protected]

ROYSTON TOWN YOUTH MINI KICKERSStarting on 26th April, Meridian

School will be hosting football coaching for 3-6 year olds. Mini Kickers will offer fun, structured football sessions to boys & girls, run over 10 week blocks.

There will be a FREE taster session on Saturday 26th April:

• 09:15-10:00 (3-4 years)• 10:15-11:00 (5-6 years)The sessions will be delivered by FA qualified

coaches. Prices are £40.00 per 10 week block.For more information or to book a place please

contact Jenny Hepton, Sports Development Officerat Meridian School on [email protected] or 01763 255462

ARE YOU LOOKING TO CONTINUE WITH YOUR EDUCATION AND ALSO WANTING TO DEVELOP YOUR

FOOTBALL CAREER?

Then come along for a Football trial to join the new and exciting Meridian Sixth Form College/Royston Town FC – Football

Education Programme - Starting September 2014

The Meridian Sixth Form, in conjunction with Royston Town Football Club are now recruiting male players for their new Football Education Programme. This course will be under the supervision of very experienced and fully qualified coaches and will be available to Year 12 students who will be ready to start in September 2014. Students will be offered the opportunity to enrol either onto a BTEC Level 3 Sport Course (equivalent to A Levels) or an NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Activity Leadership qualification. The Football Programme has been designed so that students will be able to train full-time alongside their course of study which will enable any aspiring young Footballer to develop and progress their career in sport. Football Trial Date: Tuesday 8th April 2014 Venue: Meridian School 3G astro, Garden Walk, Royston, SG8 7JH. Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm For all additional course information, or to book a place please e-mail Jess Weatherall, Head of Sixth Form at the following address: [email protected] or alternatively telephone the Meridian School office: 01763 242236.

ROYSTON TOWN YOUTH MINI KICKERSSchool will be hosting football coaching for 3-6 year olds. Mini Kickers will offer fun, structured football sessions to boys










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12 PLATOON ARMY CADET FORCEMon’s & Weds, 7.30pm, Dodkin Hut, Tannery Drift, Royston. Military Youth: first aid, adventure training, community work, shooting, sports, map & compass. Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. 07963 359758 www.Bedsarmycadets.co.uk2484 (BASSINGBOURN) SQUADRON AIR TRAINING CORPSMon & Weds 7.30 - 9.30pm, Bassingbourn Barracks Military youth organisation providing flying, gliding, adventure training, sports, target shooting and Duke of Edinburgh Awards. A Kyprianou, 01763 249156 www.2484atc.com4 PAWS DOG TRAINING CLUBPuppy socialisation & adult dog training. Tues eve: Barkway VH: Agility, Flyball, scent work and games Sat: Kneesworth.1:1 Tuition and Behaviour problems. Contact Christine Walker 01763 244437 or 07811878231 email [email protected] www.4pawsdogtrainingclub.co.ukAEROBIC FITNESS THE ‘WRIGHT’ WAYMon - Thurs, various times and locations. Fitness Classes for male and females - all age groups - speciality groups - 50+ and seniors catered for with special care. Qualified teacher, RSA/LCYMCA/50+/KFA Paula Wright, 01763 243884AFTER SCHOOLS CLUBFor 8 to 13 yrs. Drop in Youth Club. 4.30 - 6.30pm, Coombes Community Centre. Wii, arts & crafts, sports, pool table. Run by qualified Play leaders from NHDC. ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETYA support group for People with Dementia and their Carers to meet for information and support. 2nd Mon monthly, Blackett Ord Court, Stamford Road, Royston 10am - 12noon Please call Cate Mitcham on 07720 946034ANGELS SUPPORT GROUPThurs 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th April, 12.30 – 2.30pm For parents/carers of children with ADHD or Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Drop in meetings – an opportunity to chat with other parents. Free Crèche until 2.25pm Children’s Centre, Royston. Leise Cooper 07815 458355ANGLIA LAND YACHT CLUBSuns at Bassingbourn Airfield. The club meets to sail and race land yachts on a 2 km circuit. New members welcome. Steve Borrill 0779 669 4743ASHWELL BUSINESS CLUBlast Wednesday of the month in the Bushel and Strike Ashwell at 7.30 am.Networking opportunities and learning sessions with Businesses from Ashwell and surrounding areas.Cost £12 per month members & £15 Guests. You must book to come along as numbers for outstanding Breakfast needed.For information please contact Keith Gordon on 07764475391 email [email protected] Find us on Facebook Ashwell business club.BABY MASSAGE & YOGABaby Massage & Yoga in Herts-Pre & Post natal yoga, baby massage and baby yoga. Small groups (incl. private NCT & 1:1’s) Contact Penny Constantinou on 07944 4 16572 www.babymassageherts.co.uk or [email protected] RHYME TIMEWeds 10-10.30am & 11-11.30am Royston LibraryBADMINTON TUESDAYSPlay for fun and exercise from 7.30pm to 9pm £3 per person per session, just come along or call Gillian on 07973 816880. Small friendly group of all ages and abilities, many have not played for years, but young enthusiatic players too. Coombes Community CentreBARKWAY KARATE CLUBFri 5.30 - 6pm - Tiger tots 5yrs, 6-7pm Juniors & Adults. www.barkwaykarate.co.uk, or [email protected] or 07856 846800BARKWAY KARATE CLUB AT BARLEYTues 5.30 - 6pm - Tiger tots 5yrs, 6-7pm Juniors & Adults. www.barkwaykarate.co.uk, or [email protected] or 07856 846800BARKWAY SOCIAL CLUBWeds & Fri’s 8 -11pm. Friendly club, bar, snooker, pool, cards, darts and dominoes. Yearly membership: £6 per person, £10 per couple. Building adjacent to the Village Hall. John Sizer 01763 848927 BARLEY CRICKET CLUBWe run two adult Saturday league teams and a Sunday team. New players of all ages (12+) and abilities are welcome. For further details please contact 1st team Capt Brian Symes 07814710849, 2nd team Capt Graham Litson 07532306903 or Eddie Collins (Chairman) 01763 848788 or visit www.barley.play-cricket.comBARLEY KNITTING GROUP Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 7.30pm, in The Fox & Hounds pub, knitters of all abilities (including beginners) welcome. For more details contact Belinda on 07966 775751 or email: [email protected]

BARLEY TENNIS CLUB COACHINGLadies term time 1.5hr sessions Tues 1- 2.30pm rusty & beginners, Fri.’s 10am improvers, 11.30am intermediates, 1pm advanced. Junior holiday courses. Coaches Jan Pledger 01763848242, Liz Wade 01763 273646 www.barleytennisclub.co.ukBASSINGBOURN BADMINTON CLUBBassingbourn Sports Centre. Thurs 8-10pm. A friendly club with a competitive edge. Fields Mens, Ladies and Mixed teams in a local league. Peter Gibson 01763 243696. Peter Scaife 01763 248454.BASSINGBOURN BOOK CAFÉGives you access to the Cambridgeshire County Library Service and offers over 4500 fiction and local history books. There is a Cafe, free wifi and computer access. Open Mon 1500 - 1700, Thurs 1400 - 1630 also 1800 - 2000 and Sat 1000 - 1200. The Limes, High Street, Bassingbourn SG8 5LD Tel: 01763 247618BASSINGBOURN SNOW SPORTS Recreational Skiing & Boarding Weds, Thurs & Suns. Junior Club up to 16 yrs Sat am with fun and instruction. Every other weekend Yeti Club for age 3 up. Introduction to Racing, Sat & Race training, Mon’s. Contact: www.skibass.org or call 08450 728 293BASSINGBOURN-CUM-KNEESWORTH W.I.Meet 2nd Tues, 7.30pm, Community Room, Knutsford Road, Bassingbourn. Guests welcome. Jean Hamdorff 01763 242139BOLLYWOOD DANCE WORKOUT CLASSESTues, Weds & Fri eves, 7.15-8.15pm, Coombes Community Centre. This class is a cool mix of aerobics, glam Bollywood dance moves, cardio workout and Yoga. Contact: Kriti, 07447 831310BUDDING BEADERSJewellery Making Group, Tues 7.30-9.30pm, Folwmere Village Hall. A friendly group pop in or book a workshop.www.buddingbeaders.org.uk. Julie 01763 853257, Sylvia 01763 208397 BUNTINGFORD RAILWAY AND LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETYAt The Crown Market Square Buntingford on the 3rd Friday of each month at 8pm. Further details contact Stephen Ruff 01763 289516 or see website www.thebunt.co.ukCATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE2nd Monday each month at Parish Hall, Royston Catholic Church Mrs A Varney, 01763 242812CHERRYHOMES TRUSTLocal charity supporting severely physically disabled people to live independently in their own homes. Loans, grants, practical help & guidance can be provided. Rosaline Van de Weyer on 01223 870869 or [email protected] CHOIR - SINGING ALOUDMon’s 7-9pm, Coombes Community Centre, Royston. Sing, have fun, meet new friends. We are a choir for everyone.Wonderful songs, friendly people, stunning harmonies all taught by ear.Come for a half-price taster session.CLOTH NAPPY LIBRARYOffers advice and support for parents using or considering using Cloth Nappies. Loan service and trial kits available. Contact Clare Coningsby 07732224446 [email protected] or find us on Facebook.CORVUS AMATEUR DRAMA SOCIETY (CADS) Royston’s amateur drama group, performing since the 1940s and open to anyone aged 15+. Quarterly meetings as advertised. We welcome all interested parties! Tamsin Cowley 01763 244927 www.cadsroyston.org.ukCORVUS CORNIX BASKETBALL CLUBMeeting at Royston Leisure Centre Thurs, 4 - 9pm Mini Basketball and basketball for all ages and abilities. From 8 years to adult Di Charles 01223 207213 or email [email protected] www.corvusbasketball.co.uk/ CRUSE BEREAVEMENTCruse-hertfordshire.org.uk or Clair Pike at [email protected] CLUB ASHWELLA thriving, inclusive, friendly cycle club for everyone. Over 140 members, for youth, adult, senior levels and families & beginners. Affiliated to the CTC, British Cycling, CTT and Eastern RR League. We now have a grass track course. www.ccashwell.comDEPRESSION ALLIANCE 1st Tues monthly 2.15 to 4pm, Committee Room & 3rd Tues monthly, 2.15 - 4pm Room 11, Royston Town Hall. A self help group providing a confidential, caring, & non-judgemental place for people to share their thoughts & experiences. All welcome contact Gill Cox [email protected], [email protected] MAJORETTESThursdays, 5-7pm & Sundays 9am-3.30pm at Coombes Community Centre Zoe & Mark Barfield 01763 245447EVERGREEN CLUBWeds 9am - 4pm, Masonic Hall, Royston. Social club with bingo, speakers,

entertainment, bring & buy sales, day outings and a mini-market. Mrs Joan Inwood, 01763 224 997 FIVE ‘O’ TABLE TENNIS & SOCIAL CLUBWednesday evenings, September to May only, 7.30 - 9.30pm at Market Hill Rooms, Table tennis for the over fifties and their friends. Non-league. Secretary Jan Harmer 01763 230704FORGET-ME-NOT CLUBWeds from 1.45 - 3.45pm at Housing 21, Blackett Ord Court, Stanford Ave, Royston. Speakers, quizzes, bingo, bring and buy outings and lunches. Barbara Charter, Chair & Secretary 01763 231319FOWLMERE FRIENDSHIP CLUB 2nd Weds monthly, 2.30pm, Fowlmere VH. Speakers, events and other activities. For 60yrs+. Contact Beryl May 01763 208565FOWLMERE PLAYGROUPMon’s, Tues & Thurs 9 - 12noon plus Lunch club 12-1pm, from 2.5yrs, Fri Rising 5s 9 - 12noon, URC Chapel Hall, Chapel Lane, Fowlmere. Contact: Shirley Bevan 07890 674743 or [email protected] LETTS BLIND FELLOWSHIP OF ROYSTON2nd Tues monthly, 11.30am to 3pm at The Heath Sports Centre, Royston. Open to all blind and partially sighted in the Royston area. Transport can be arranged. Bridget Matthews 01763 231881, or [email protected] OF THE HERTFORDSHIRE WAYCaring for this 190 mile long trail through the Herts countryside, starting and finishing in Royston. 01763 244509 FRIENDSHIP SCHEME FOR MENTAL HEALTH (NHS)Befriending service in Royston for adults recovering from long term mental health problems. Volunteers needed now as befrienders to take clients out for one to one social activities in the community. Alison Kingman 01462 680120, or email [email protected] G - STARS(Georgina Wootten’s School of Dance and Performing Arts) Royston, 6 Days a Week. Melody Movement Baby Ballet, ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern Theatre, Boys Only Street, Contemporary, Commercial, Body Conditioning, Singing and Musical Theatre [email protected] or 07720713532 or www.gstars.co.ukGAY OUTDOOR CLUBA national activity club for men & women with local groups: Cambridge; Essex and Hertfordshire. Walks of moderate length take place once a month. Come along and make new friends and enjoy some healthy exercise. Check out our website: www.goc.org.uk for details of all national and local activities, or phone Colin on 01763 262647HAPPY BUNNIES NURSERY SCHOOL8am - 4.30pm term time, children 2 to 5yrs. 15 hrs of “free” funded nursery education for children 3+. Contact Sue Kelly, EYP, B.Ed., SRN, 0779 089 6292 or [email protected] BABY BUNNIES GROUP every Thurs 9.30 - 11am term time, Free. All welcome! Sue Kelly 0779 089 6292 www.happybunniesnursery.co.uk.JAZZ IMPROVISATIONThurs eves in Croydon Village, Structured course covering various Jazz styles Tunes rehearsed for a concert performance Advice on Chords, Scales, Structure, Musicianship All instruments Ray Batson 01582-453419 [email protected] WORKSHOPMonday evenings, Croydon VH For all instrumentalists of various skill levels, an opportunity to play in a friendly band/group environment. Terry Fox, 01763 244142, or e-mail [email protected] JUDOKWAITues 6.30 - 9.30pm, Roysia School. Judo with that family feel, parents can join the Tea Club. For ages 6 yrs plus. John Massmann 01763 241020, [email protected] CLASSESFor Children from 4yrs and adults. Classes by Sensei Anthony Barrett, 4th Dan with 20yrs coaching experience. Tel: 07929 100612 www.karateschools.co.uk at Coombes Community Centre 4pm to 5pm Mondays and Thursdays throughout the year. Other classes available.KICKBOXING & KUNG FUKickboxing Tue 8-9:30pm @Stage Right Studios, Lumen Rd, Royston. Kids Kung Fu (7-10 years) 10:30-11:30am, Adults Kung Fu 11:30-1pm, Sat @Greneway School, Garden Walk, Royston. For further details visit gmax.me.uk, or call Glen on 07563 755 199KNIT BARLEYMeeting on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month, from 7.30pm, in The Fox & Hounds pub, knitters of all abilities (including beginners) welcome. For more details contact Belinda on 07966 775751 or email: [email protected] CLUBWoolgatherers machine knitters. A friendly group for the exchange of ideas and machine knitting techniques. Meet alternate Wednesdays 10am to 12 noon, in Thriplow Village Hall, Thriplow 01954 719359

KUMON MATHS & ENGLISHKumon after-school programmes for children of all ages and abilities help build confidence and study-skills. For further information please call Sally McMeekin at the Royston Study Centre on 01763 248562 or email: [email protected] CIRCLEWe meet on the 2nd & 4th Thurs monthly. A social organisation for ladies aged 18 to 45. Activities this year include a pamper evening, tea party, belly dancing class, bowling as well as fundraising events. Contact Hannah Paradis (Chairman) 01763 220967 or [email protected]. LAURELS CLUBThurs 2 - 4pm, Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road. A social group with many activities -bingo, bring and buy, tombolas, days out, lunch outings. Peggy Shepherd, 01763 241511LINDY HOP SWING JIVE DANCE CLUBTues: Steeple Morden V.H Beginners 7.15 - 8.15pm; Intermediates: 8.20 - 9.30pm; Original 1930’s/40’s style Jitterbug; Couples & Singles Welcome See website for Absolute Beginners Courses. Paul & Debbie 01763 242949 www.getintheswing.comLINGALOUNGE LANGUAGE CLASSESMon/Tues/Wed in Royston Town Hall and Friends Meeting House, Saffron Walden. Relaxed, affordable 10 week language courses in French, Spanish and Russian. Accessible to all. Term-time only. For more information see http://www.lingualounge.co.uk or call 07775 640794LITLINGTON BADMINTON CLUBMon’s 7 - 9pm, Friendly club, Contact: Vera 01763 241022LITTLE HANDS NURSERY SCHOOLChildren 1 year to school age open 51 weeks per year.A high staff to child ratio, Outstanding Ofsted report. Bookings can be made by the hour, term time only 8.30 am to 4.30 pm with optional holiday clubs.15 hours of funded sessions for children the term after their third birthday. 2 year old funding available for eligible children.Dedicated room for children 12-24 months open from September 2013.Contact Anne McCrossen on 01763 260964 or e-mail [email protected] LINGUISTSSpanish for children (3yrs to 8yrs) and their grown ups. Coombes Community Centre. Mon 3.45-5.45pm. Suzanne Snowdon, 01234 708226, [email protected] www.littlelinguists.org.ukCANCER AND BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUPCoombes Community Centre, once a month on Saturdays, contact Mandy Thornton on 01763 208516 or www.mandythornton.comMCSPLASH SWIMMING CLUB Fri’s 6-10pm, For ages 8 - 21+ (i.e. Masters class) Jenny Brackley– 01763 244593MELBOURN & DISTRICT PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUBSept - April Tues 7.30 - 9.30pm Foxton VH Lectures, workshops, competitions, occasional summer events - http://melbourn-photographic-club.co.uk. [email protected], Bruce Huett 01763 232 855MELBOURN AND DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB2nd Tues monthly, 7.30pm. All Saints Community Hall, Melbourn. Helen Powell, 01763 245887MELBOURN BOWLS CLUBMon’s 2.30 - 4.30pm, Thurs 10.30 - 12 Coffee Morning, The Moor. Friendly club. All welcome: all ages, genders and experience. Compete in local leagues, with friendly matches at weekends. Contact Arthur Andrews 01763 261990 or e-mail [email protected] BRIDGE CLUBMon’s 7.30pm, Vicarage Close Community Hall, Melbourn. Come alone or as a pair for Duplicate Bridge. Bridge tuition also available. Howard Waller 01763 261693 MELBOURN HISTORY GROUPConducting historical research about Melbourn having published 4 books. We help people trying to trace ancestors. Colin Limming 01763 260072 [email protected] JUDO CLUBSat’s 9 -10am 5-8yrs, 10-11.15am 8-10 yrs & 11.15-12.45pm 10yrs+. Mon’s 6-7pm 8yrs+ & Tues 8.15 - 9.45pm 14 yrs+, Royston Leisure Centre. We are a British Judo Association registered Club with Sport England Clubmark: Iain Reid 01763 241830, 07974 445710, [email protected] SQUASH CLUBThriving, friendly club, two courts. MVC. Mens & Ladies team, internal leagues, club nights, Juniors & coaching. Single, family, junior & off-peak memberships. Nick Sugden 01763 261064 or [email protected]. Non members 01763 263313 www.melbourn-squash.co.ukMELDRETH BOWLS CLUBTues 10am-12am roll-up. Friendly mixed club, new bowlers welcome. Please wear flat shoes. Shirley 01223 207888 email: [email protected]

MELDRETH CROQUET CLUBTues & Sun (May - Sept), behind the British Queen, Meldreth High St. A small, friendly club for beginners & experienced players. Janet Pope 01763 248342; [email protected] TENNIS CLUBA friendly club with members of all abilities. We play on 2 tennis courts at Meldreth Recreation Ground. Further information at the Courts or from the Secretary, Sue Davies, tel: 01763 220174MORDEN RUFFIANS BRIDGE CLUBWe are a small, friendly duplicate club, meeting on Weds, 7.30pm at Steeple Morden Village Hall. New members are very welcome. Peter Rice 01763 242577 [email protected]’S FITNESSTelephone 07956 350820 - Whaddon Village Hall Tues 9.30 - 10.30 a.m. Boot camp Wed 9.30-1030 am Freestyle fitness Yoga Wed 7.30 - 8.30 pm BoxerciseNON-EBU BRIDGE CLUBSmall, friendly bridge club meets Mondays @ 7p.m. at Hauxton Village Hall, playing 21 boards Duplicate. Very social, tea break mandatory, results less important than good company. Email [email protected] or tel: 01223 366538 for detailsNORTH HERTS STAMP CLUB2nd Weds monthly, Sept to May 2pm at Room 11, Town Hall. Talks and displays by visiting speakers on a wide range of philatelic subjects. Mr A Kennedy, 01763 247641 OPEN DOORSYouth club for school years 5-8, Mondays 6.30-8pm, Queens Road Methodist Church [email protected] PLAYGROUPRoyston Town Centre & Tannery Drift School. Children 2 years to nursery age. “A warm friendly environment where children learn while having fun.” www.papillonplaygroup.co.uk Anne on 01763 233225 or Carrie on 07909 607753PLAY MUSIC PLAY Creative music making sessions for families with babies and children under 5. Sessions happen on Weds & Thurs in Royston. For more information call 01763 246415 or visit www.playmusicplay.co.ukPRIORY QUILTERS1st Tues monthly, 7.30-9.30pm, Room 11, The Priory Centre. An opportunity to get together with other quilters, 3rd Mon monthly, 1.30 - 3.30pm, an informal sit and sew (not Dec) 01763 230187QUILTERS BEEEach Tuesday at Bassingbourn Village College from 7pm – 9.30pm. Offering the opportunity to make a sampler quilt and then go on to other projects. A friendly and sociable group who meet because we love sewing. £6.00 per night, pay as you come. Tel: Barbara for more details on: 01763 246065RAINBOW PLAYGROUPFor children 2yrs to nursery age, fun and learning through active play, purpose built under 5’s area and playground. Coombes Community Centre Burns Road, Royston. Stephanie 01763 230700 or 07746011196REED CRICKET CLUBSat’s, 4 teams in the Saracens Herts, Leagues. Suns, 2 teams. Colts, 8+ playing U11 in Cambs. League U13 & U15 in Herts & Cambs. Leagues. Vibrant club membership. New members welcome. www.reedcc.co.uk adults Richard Robertson 01763 848835, Colts Peter Wholley 01763 246656REED GARDENING CLUB2nd Weds monthly, 7.30pm (Oct - Jun) Reed VH. A small friendly group, all welcome.RNLI (ROYSTON)Monday evenings, bi-monthly. A fundraising organisation, organising street collections & manning stalls. Mrs J Emes, 01763 245958 ROTARY CLUB OF ROYSTONTues. 6.45pm, Royston Golf Club. Meet weekly for fun and fellowship, but make a serious contribution to our community too. Kite Festival, Youth Makes Music, Technology Tournament, and Swimathon – all that’s us! We welcome new membership enquiries www.roystonrotary.com or call Jonathan Berks 01763 226178ROUND TABLE1st & 3rd Thurs monthly, A social organisation for men under 45. Simon Whybrow 01763 222653 or 07817 118737, [email protected] www.roystonroundtable.co.ukROYAL BRITISH LEGION (WOMEN’S SECTION)Mondays, 2pm - 4pm RBL HQ, Mill Road, Royston Service and ex-service women and their families. Membership is open to all women including those with no service connections. Mrs S. Titmuss 01763 222824ROYAL NAVAL ASSOC.1st Tuesday of the month 8pm, at the RBL HQ, Mill Road, Royston Service and ex-service and non-service are welcome to meetings/socials. Tony Richardson 01763 222706 or Graham Perry 01763 261325

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ROYSIA WOMEN’S CLUBAffiliated to: National Association of Women’s Clubs. Mon 8-10pm Royston Town Hall. Speakers, outings and social evenings, Vacancies for new members. Wendy Pearce 01763 231381, or Mavis Ingle 01763 222524 or email [email protected] & DIST. FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY3rd Mon monthly, 7.30pm at All Saints Community Hall, All Saints Church Melbourn. Tracing your family history www.roystonfhs.org Maureen Faubel 01763 232128ROYSTON & DIST. MODEL ENGINEERING SOCIETY2nd Weds monthly, Meldreth Manor School & Track Running Days 1st Sun of month from April to October also informal workshop, Mon’s at Meridian School during terms time. New members welcome. Jeff Dickinson 01763 261670 [email protected] & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Local organisation representing the interests of all businesses. Its fundamental objective is to promote a local enterprise culture in Royston and the surrounding areas in Hertfordshire and South Cambs. ROYSTON & DISTRICT LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY 8pm 1st Thurs monthly (Oct - Apr), 2nd Thurs in May - Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall. Historical Talks of the local area. David Allard, 01763 242677 www.roystonlocalhistory.org.ukROYSTON & DISTRICT COMMUNITY TRANSPORTRoyston Hospital. Low cost door-to-door transport for groups or individuals who are unable to use conventional public transport. Office hours 9am-3pm Mon - Fri. Tel/Fax/SMS 01763 245228ROYSTON & DISTRICT MENCAP SOCIETYSociety for people with learning difficulties and their carers. Social calendar, occasional open evenings and fortnightly social club at Meridian School (alternate Tuesdays). New members welcome. Peter Andrew 01763 245363ROYSTON & DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY CLUBBarley Town House, Fri 8pm. Prospective new members welcome to come and visit us, but call first. Tony Noad, 01763 848424.E-mail [email protected] ROYSTON & DISTRICT MOTORCYCLE CLUB1st & 3rd Weds monthly, 8pm. Eternit Sports & Social Club, Whaddon Road, Meldreth ‘Noggin & Natter’, occasional speakers. Contact [email protected] www.roystonmotorcycleclub.co.ukROYSTON & DISTRICT PROBUS CLUB2nd Thurs monthly, 12.30 for 1.00pm lunch, Royston Golf Club A regular meeting point for retired professional and business men, often with a Guest Speaker. David Gray, 01763 245895, [email protected] ROYSTON & DISTRICT TOWN TWINNING ASSOC Organises twinning visits to our twin towns of La Loupe (France), Grossalmerode (Germany) and Villanueva de la Cañada (Spain) as well as social events such as boules, quiz night, dinners. Contact Paul Rydon [email protected] or 01763 241721) ROYSTON & SAFFRON WALDEN NATIONAL TRUST ASSNLast Fri in the month, 7.20pm, Royston Market Hill Rooms and Saffron Walden Town Hall, alternately. Chairman Richard Priestley 01799 513120 ROYSTON ACTION ON DISABILITYAre you physically disabled, feeling isolated, lonely or a bit depressed? Our group will try to cheer up your social life, with interesting speakers and demonstrations, and plenty of time to chat and meet new friends. We meet in the lower Town Hall, usually on the 4th Mon monthly, 3pm, and door to door transport is provided. Mrs Barbara Goddard, 01763 244338ROYSTON ALLOTMENTS & GARDENS ASSOCIATION Coombes Hole, Green Street Royston. Club-house on site. Shop available for members to purchase their gardening needs. We organise our own annual “open day” for the public to view the site first hand. Coach trips are arranged yearly to a place of interest Secretary Mick Griggs 01763 242053ROYSTON ARTS FESTIVALRoyston’s annual Arts Festival takes place over four days every September www.roystonartsfestival.orgROYSTON ARTS SOCIETYTwo afternoon painting sessions monthly, friendly, sociable atmosphere. Nine professional art demonstrations in various media and two exhibitions per year. New members welcome. Richard Clayton 01763 221322, [email protected]. ROYSTON BADMINTON CLUBBassingbourn Sports Centre 8 - 10 Tues. A friendly club with a competitive edge. Fields Mens, Ladies and Mixed Teams in a local league. Simon Bromilow 01763 249133

(h) Sarah Ready 01763 243826 (h) www.royston-badminton.co.ukROYSTON BOWLING CLUBOutdoor bowling between April & Sept for ages of 12 years and over. Hon. Secretary, Stan Whitehouse on 01763 245534.ROYSTON BRIDGE CLUBFriendly, competitive bridge at 7:30 prompt every Thursday at Market Hill Rooms, Fish Hill, Royston. EBU affiliated with results displayed promptly on http://www.bridgewebs.com/roystonherts/ where contact details etc. may be obtained.ROYSTON BUSINESS BREAKFAST CLUBMeet on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Contact Sarah Hillman –07967 197898 for more [email protected] BUSINESS NETWORK – RBNWe compare ideas and experiences and work together to strengthen Royston’s business community. To find out more, or to come along as a visitor, please call Adam Fernandes of UHY WKH Partnership on 01763 247 321ROYSTON CAVE Every Saturday & Sunday and every Bank Holiday from 2.30 to 5pm (last entry 4.30), April to September. Also open on Weds during AugustROYSTON CHESS CLUBMon’s from 7.45pm, Room 11, Royston Town Hall (Sept-June). All levels novice to county players. 4 teams in Herts League (champions 2007/8/9) & 2 teams in Cambs League (champions 2010/12/13). Also friendly games, competitions & training sessions. Kevin Clark: 01763 243370 or [email protected] CHORAL SOCIETYTues (terms time), 8-10pm, Royston Parish Church. Very friendly choir with a wide repertoire of sacred and secular music from all centuries. All welcome Heather Howard, chairman, tel: 01763 249058 email: [email protected] CONTRACT BRIDGE CLUBFriendly club seeks new members. Thurs, 7-10pm at the Conservative Club, (upstairs bar), 18, Kneesworth Street. Contact Nancy on 01763 242276 or Robert on [email protected] OR just turn up any Thursday. Beginners welcome.ROYSTON CRICKET CLUBBased in Therfield, two adult Sat league teams, a Sun team and Junior teams-under 11, 12, 13 and 14. All new players are welcome. Paul Harris (adults) on 07966 766120 or David May (Juniors) on 01763 246396. www.roystoncricketclub.co.ukROYSTON CROWSJunior section of Royston Runners (ages 8-16) Mon eve 6-7pm; Sports Club, Therfield Heath. Groups for different abilities - all welcome. Tina Filby, 01763 241460.ROYSTON DAY CENTRETues, Thurs & Fri, 10am - 1pm A warm, friendly atmosphere where up to 25 older disabled or housebound can socialise. Sharon 01763 244229 ROYSTON DISTRICT GIRL GUIDINGRainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers - various times thru the week, meeting mainly at the Guide HQ in Garden Walk. For girls 5 - 18 years. Carol Hilldrop, 01763 247691ROYSTON DISTRICT SCOUTINGBoys and girls aged 6-18yrs. Beavers, cubs, scouts, explorers meeting on various nights during the week Michelle Renwick 01223 207095ROYSTON FOLK CLUBOld Bull Inn, Royston. Playing folk, blues & bluegrass. Check the web-site for open-mic & concert listings - www.roystonfolk.org Contact:Chris Walls tel: 07778 157290 for tickets & bookingsROYSTON GOLF CLUBAn 18 hole course & practice facilities. Membership & Green Fees apply. All welcome. 01763 243476 www.roystongolfclub.co.ukROYSTON GREENFINGERS GARDENING CLUB4th Weds monthly (not Aug or Dec), 7.30pm, Coombes Community Centre, Royston. A friendly club with talks, outings, competitions and demonstrations. New members welcome – come along as a visitor! Anne Rayner, 01763 244424 or [email protected] HEATH ARCHERY CLUB A small and friendly club, beginners and experienced archers welcome. Meet Suns at Therfield Heath. Beginner’s courses and all equipment available. Dave(training) 01763 242889 or Helen (secretary) – 01763 244505 http://www.roystonarchery.orgROYSTON HOCKEY CLUBTraining: men’s 1st and ladies 1st on Mon 7-8:30pm, St.Edmund’s College. All adult teams Weds 7-8:30pm, specific team coaching 8:30 - 9:30pm, Bassingbourn Barracks including “back to hockey” sessions. Juniors Sun 10-1pm, Meridian School. New members welcome, contact Colin Smith on 01763 250982 or [email protected] www.roystonhockey

ROYSTON LIONS CLUB2nd and 4th Weds each month at The Old Barn, Upper King Street, Royston Part of the world’s largest service organisation. We serve the community and have fun too! Contact: Keith on 01763 231492ROYSTON MERIDIAN MEN’S KEEP FIT CLASSMon’s 7.30 – 9.30pm, Meridian school gym. We follow a well tried session, including: warm up, basketball, circuit training, football and volley ball (occasionally tennis, indoor cricket and hockey). Ray Munden 01763 241217 or Email [email protected] MISCARRIAGE SUPPORTRoyston Miscarriage Support – for free support after early/late miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy, call 07906 559756 or email [email protected]. Monthly support group meetings and annual service of remembrance in May at the Wesley Church, Cambridge.ROYSTON NETBALL CLUBFriendly sociable club who are always happy to welcome new members. Training takes place on a Wednesday evening from 7.30 until 9pm. Tracey Stimson, 01763 247634ROYSTON PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETYThursday evenings at Icknield Walk School from 7.30pm to 10pm. New members always welcome. Andrew Fox, 01763 222856

ROYSTON POWER KITERSLocal Power Kite, Buggy and Board Club. We meet on windy evenings and weekends on the Heath. Training available. www.therpk.co.uk [email protected] 01763 249199ROYSTON RACKETS BADMINTON CLUBTues 6pm to 8pm Royston Leisure Centre. Recreational badminton in a friendly atmosphere. All skill levels welcome. Graham Benstead on 01763 242558ROYSTON RAMBLERSPromoting walking by organising led walks. Monitoring the condition of local rights of way. David Allard, 01763 242677 www.ramblers-herts-northmiddlesex.org.ukROYSTON RASCALS CHILDMINDERS SUPPORT GROUPEvery Weds, 9.15 – 11.15am, The Guide Hut, Garden Walk A friendly social group for all registered childminders, activities, story, singing, juice and biscuits. Contact: Kerry 01763 243159 ROYSTON RNAMeetings at Royal British Legion (RBL), 1st Tues monthly. A good Social Programme held at RBL also we have weekends away. Contact S/M Graham Parry, 01763 261325 [email protected] ROCKETS BMX CLUBRegular competitions & club sessions at the BMX track behind the Coombes Community Centre Phil Townsend, 01763 260959ROYSTON ROUNDERSOutdoor season begins on Sunday March 30th from 6-7pm All ages and abilities, male or female, from 14+ are welcome to come and take part, the focus is having fun and getting a bit more active. www.roystonroundersclub.co.uk or Mike Bygate on 01763 243529

ROYSTON ROYAL BRITISH LEGION CLUB Mon to Thurs 5.30-11pm, Fri 5.30-11.30pm, Sat 4-11.30pm & Sun 12-10.30pm. A Social Club affiliated to RBL, activities for all ages including live entertainment on Sat evenings and trips. Contact: 01763 244560 or email [email protected] RUGBY CLUBTues & Thurs 7pm, The Heath Sports Club Rugby Union Football Club in Herts - Middx.1 1st XV, 2nd XV, Veterans, Youth and Minis. Mini/Youth 10am Sunday Jamie Johnson, 01763 247522ROYSTON RUNNERSTuesdays 6.30pm Beginners, 7.30pm Experienced Runners Sundays 9am long run, all abilities. Call Maurice Hill, 01763 241182 or 0771 913 2793ROYSTON SATURDAY MORNING SCHOOLSat 9:15am – 12:00 Meridian School. String, woodwind, Brass, percussion, Jazz and recorder ensembles. Choir and theory classes. Open to children from Yr4 – Yr 13. Sue Pettitt 01438 844518 [email protected] SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB Mon’s & Weds 2.30 to 4.30pm (Oct - April) Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road. Informal friendly group. New members are always very welcome. Terry Mitchell 01763 848775 or [email protected] SHORT TENNISThurs 11.15am - 12.15pm 01763 247630, Thurs 2.30 - 3.30pm Anne 01763 244138 & Fri’s 9.30 - 11am Fred 01763 230050, Coombes Community Centre, Royston. A group of energetic retired people playing for pleasure and exercise.ROYSTON SIGHT INFORMATION POINTNow at Stevenage Central Library on 3rd Wed of the month from 10 - 12noon

ROYSTON SPIRITUALIST CHURCHEvery Sun, 6.30pm Room 11, Royston Town Hall. Hymns, prayers & a visiting medium demonstration. All Welcome Collection plate, refreshments. Awareness group Thurs 8pm under guidance of an experienced teacher. Judy Moule 01223 503345ROYSTON SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUBOct - Apr , Mon.1.30 to 3.30 pm, and Wed. 2pm to 4 pm. Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road. Informal friendly group. New members are always welcome. Contact Terry Mitchell 01763 848775 or [email protected] SPEAK OUT CLUBAffiliated to the Stroke Association. Weds. 1015 – 1215 The Old Barn, Upper King Street, Royston. Support with communication, activities and outings.Website : http://speakoutclubroyston.yolasite.comEmail: [email protected] SWIMMING CLUBMon, Wed & Fri 6-8pm, Leisure Centre. Qualified training and coaching for competitive swimmers of all ages. The club enters teams in local galas and [email protected] www.roystonswimmingclub.co.ukROYSTON TABLE TENNIS CLUBThurs 7.30 - 10.30pm at Coombes Community Centre, Burns Road, Royston. Play competitive table tennis with 6 teams of varying ability in the North Herts League Fred Bendall, 01763 230050 or Gordon Barnes, Club Secretary 01763 249713 or [email protected]. www.roystonttc.com ROYSTON TENNIS CLUB Have 6 floodlit courts at Heath Sports Centre, Therfield Heath. Full LTA tennis & coaching programmes available with social & fun sessions. Public courts can be booked via Heath Sports (01763 2436130). For full club details www.roystontennis.co.uk. Club Secretary, Christine Knight 01763 261676ROYSTON TIME BANKA community skills exchange allowing you to earn ‘time credits’ by helping others. You can then spend the time credits on getting people to come and help you. We also hold events, and a regular cafe. Contact Savita Mason, Time Bank Co-ordinator – 01462 689405 or [email protected] TOWN BANDBrass Band weekly rehearsals on Thurs 7.30-9.30pm. Activities including competitions, concerts, summer fetes, parks. Any age and ability welcome. www.roystontownband.org.uk www.facebook.com/roystontownbandRoger Simons, 01763 246929, [email protected] ROYSTON TOWN FCGarden Walk, Royston Clubhouse: 01763 241204, Terry McKinnell Secretary 07772 086709 and Steve Jackson Chairman 07850383483ROYSTON TOWN LADIES FCGarden Walk, Royston. Clubhouse: 01763 241204; Tyrone Parry - 07940 084628 ROYSTON TOWN YOUTH FCFA Charter Standard Community Club with FA qualified coaches running mini-soccer, 9v9 and 11-a-side football teams for boys and girls aged 7 to 18. Please contact Club Secretary Carl Filby on 01763 241460, 07563 366080 or email [email protected] TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILDFirst Fri monthly, 7.15 pm Room 11, Royston Town Hall. A warm welcome awaits you at our monthly meetings. Speakers on a variety of subjects, plus outings, theatre trips, etc. Pauline Gates 01763 221314.ROYSTON TREFOIL GUILDFirst Wed each month, 7.30pm at the Guide HQ, Garden Walk. We have a varied social calendar including speakers and outings and sometimes help out with the Guide and Brownie functions. 01763 243801ROYSTON WEATues 10am-11-30am Royston Town Hall Carol Bradshaw, 01763 268678ROYSTON WI (AM)2nd Wed mthly, 10am for coffee, 10.30am start, Market Hill Rooms. The modern face of the WI. A group of friendly ladies invite you to join them for speakers, coffee mornings, outings, fun and friendship. Make time for yourself: Monica Gray 01763 245895 ROYSTON WI (PM)2nd Thurs monthly, 1.45 - 4pm at Heritage Hall, Royston Town Hall The Royston branch of this large organisation where you can meet new friends and enjoy social events. Helen Barrett 01763 849122ROYSTON WILDLIFE GROUPMonthly meetings in the Town Hall on Tues 7.30pm, with talks from leading experts in wildlife, ecology and conservation. Don Shewan 01763 244079.ROYSTON WRITERS CIRCLE3rd Thurs monthly, 8pm at Town Hall, Royston. Informal, friendly group writing for fun and pleasure. Julie Dore, 01954 719395 or [email protected] https://sites.google.com/site/roystonwriterscircle/

ROYSTON YOUNG VOICESTuesdays, 4pm @ Royston Methodist Church Hall Queens Road. Singing, dancing, acting and playing music for the 4 to 8 year olds. For more details contact Linda Bance 01763 246415 or visit http://www.playmusicplay.co.uk/RUBBISH, RECYCLE, REMAKEAt Glazed Creations on Thursday from 10 to 11 am. £3 for first child and £1 for any additional child. Juice and biscuits given at story time in the last 10 minutes of session. Tea and coffee provided. Contact Julie on 07427 789169SANDON GARDENER’S CLUB2nd Mon each month at 7.30 pm in Sandon Village Hall. Small friendly group of enthusiastic gardeners with talks, competitions, garden visits and an annual show. New members or visitors are always welcome. Mrs Jean Handley 01763 288360 email [email protected] SWIMMINGSwimming lessons from 4 yrs old at Linton & Fulbourn. Non-swimmers to advanced. After school & SAT’s. Progressive & fun lessons with experienced, friendly teachers. Lessons for Life! 01799 501293 mob:07947 730287 www.sas-swimming.co.uk SMARTIES PRE-SCHOOL & OUT OF SCHOOL CLUBMon, Tues, Wed & Fri 9-12, for 2 - 3yrs. Tues, Wed & Fri 9-1pm & Thurs 9-2pm, for rising 5’s A fun, safe environment for children with a fully qualified team. After School & Holiday Club) 3.10-6pm term time, 8.30am-5.30pm holiday time. Debbie, 07952 100208 or 01763 852888SPORT ROYSTONMeet 4 times a year at Heath Sports. A forum for all sports clubs in Royston and the surrounding area. Di Charles 01223 207213 or email [email protected] STAGE RIGHT STUDIOSMon to Thurs 3.30 - 9pm. Sat’s 9am-3pm.Fully equipped dance studios. Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Streetdance, Disco, Lyrical, Drama, Musical Theatre, Singing. Boys only classes. BTDA and ISTD grades & vocational exams. London College of Music awards. Kerry 01763 244866 or [email protected] STEPHANIE PRIOR SCHOOL OF DANCINGVarious days & times. Classes for all ages. Mini Movers (18 mths-3 years), Freestyle Disco, Street Dance & Hip Hop, Ballroom & Latin American, Rock & Roll, Lyrical, Ballet, Vocal Coaching, Musical Theatre. Tara 01763 878587 www.stephaniepriordance.co.ukSUNBEAMS BABY & TODDLERSEvery morning except Thurs, 9.30 - 11.30am at St Mary’s Church Hall, Melbourn Road. A Baby and Toddler group for Mothers and Carers. Alison Hammond, 01763 249336 SUPPORTERS OF ALL SAINTS CHURCH, MELBOURNPlease join us in fund raising and social events to aid the maintenance of All Saints Parish Church. All welcome. Colin Limming, 01763 223320 [email protected] THE BESTMax 6 pupils to a class, various classes available from parent and baby to adult lessons, in a private heated pool with lounge viewing area. 01763 208013 or www.swimplythebest.co.ukTHE MORDEN’S SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUBTues 8 - 10pm (Sept - April), Guilden Morden VH. Beginners & experienced dancers welcome. Contact Brian Moore 01763 852 705.THE THRIPLOW SOCIETYLocal History, Talks and outings. Contact: Shirley Wittering 01763 208269 http://thriplow.org.uk/cms/thriplowsociety.pcTHRIPLOW & FOWLMERE WI2nd Thurs monthly, 7.30pm, Thriplow VH. Contact Dorothy Woods 01763 208778, [email protected] TALK BABY SIGNINGBaby signing and toddler talking classes at Coombes Community Centre Mondays and Fridays from 10am to 12.15pm. Contact Natalie Hanlon [email protected] 07740 643690 or 01223 208144 www.tinytalk.co.uk TODDER GROUP AT ROYSTON EVANGELICAL CHURCHFri 9.30-11am For any children below school age and their carers in the Church building.TRIANGLE BADMINTON CLUB Each Tues at Melbourn Village College 8- 10 pm in Sports Hall. Many social events throughout the year. Mervyn King 01763 241624; Brian Holson 01763 241195UNDER FIVE’S STORY TIMEFri.’s 2 – 2.30pm Royston LibraryUNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE U3A More than 25 activity & learning groups. Monthly meeting with guest speaker every third Wed monthly (except December) at 2.45pm, Melbourn Village College. Mr. Arthur Alderton 01763 260399 VEGETARIANS & VEGANS GROUPSocial events, info stalls, campaign about animal welfare issues. [email protected], www.nhveg.org.uk, facebook group. Royston

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It’s one of the most iconic car shows in the motoring calendar, and this year the stars were out in full force in Detroit.

As the covers came off the cars in Motor City, we were treated to some key new model introductions and not just from the home American brands.

The Europeans, Japanese and Koreans were all out in full force too with some stellar debuts of key cars for the UK market. Here’s our pick of the new models.Mercedes C Class

This is big news for one of the most competitive sectors in the UK market. Meet Mercedes’ new C Class, a car that’ll take the fight to its bitter rival, and better selling, BMW 3 Series. Merc has worked wonders in the cabin – the quality is stunning and will make German rivals sit up and take notice. The manufacturer says this is their ‘most agile and efficient car ever’ and will be a ‘new benchmark’ in the segment. We’ll have to wait and see about that – but there’s little doubt they’ve got the looks spot on.Toyota FT-1

This bonkers crazy concept was created by Toyota’s sandal wearing Californian design team – but don’t fear, it’s no hippy machine. The FT-1 stands for ‘Future Toyota’ and while it is said to be a spiritual successor

to the iconic Supra and 2000GT it’s really designed to show the maker’s future design direction. There’s no word on what’s under the bonnet at present, but rumour has it it’s likely to be a traditional combustion engine with high output. BMW M4 / M3

Nothing gets car fans excited quite like an M-badged BMW and Detroit had not one, but two of them. The M4 is the new name in the line-up – the coupe version of the performance car. There’s a new M3, now a saloon only, and both share a new six-cylinder turbo-charged unit for the first time. BMW says emissions and fuel economy are 25 per cent better, though, so don’t mourn the V8’s death for too long. The new 2 Series Coupe was shown off in Detroit too – but it stole little of the limelight…Infi niti Q50 Eau Rouge

If the Q50 is up-and-coming Infiniti’s answer to the 3 Series and C Class, then this is the AMG or M-badged rival. Draped in carbon fibre and drawing inspiration from the Red Bull F1 team hook-up, the Eau Rouge concept – named after Spa’s all-or-nothing corner – is believed to get a 500bhp powerplant if it ever gets the go-ahead.

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FOR YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY OR EXCURSIONA dream has come true for Cambridge based coach driver

Robert Krueger who is now running his own holiday company. Robert received his passenger service vehicle license in 2003 making him, at that time, one of the youngest coach drivers in Britain. Today, just ten years later, he is running his own holiday company. While working for a number of tour operators, both in the UK and Europe, Robert occasionally drove for Tony’s Tours, a Cambridge based holiday company. Last year, when the founder Tony Hall announced his retirement, Robert Krueger bought the company. “It was a tremendous opportunity.” He explains. “The company has a loyal customer base and a schedule of well-established holidays and day excursions.”

Now rebranded ‘Eclipse Coaches’ the company continues to offer small ‘club’ style packages. “There is a group size beyond which a holiday can seem impersonal,” says Krueger. “We tend to keep to 30 to 35 people for most holidays: although we can - and already are in some cases - running tours for up to 80 people.”

The company is also seeing a new generation return to coach travel as an alternative to using their car to reach holiday destinations or events. Often people prefer not to drive home from a show or a day beside the sea: especially as Eclipse Coaches provides local pickup within Cambridge and the surrounding villages.

Eclipse Coaches is expanding its range of holidays and excursions to include European breaks and event focussed holidays. It is also offering logistics and travel services for corporate events. As Krueger points out “We see this as a logical move as Cambridge has a large number of small high tech companies and we can offer relevant, themed events for computer and biotech companies in locations such as Bletchley Park and Down House - the home of Charles Darwin.”For further information on upcoming tours, holidays and excursions, or to enquire about your corporate event, contact Robert Krueger on 01223 208926

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ROYSTON METHODIST CHURCH Queen’s Road Royston SG8 7AU

HITCHIN THESPIANS

Present

TThhee MMaaggiicc ooff GGiillbbeerrtt && SSuulllliivvaann

Musical Director Alan Childs

Saturday 26th April 2014 at 7.45p.m.

Tickets £8 (includes light refreshments)

Proceeds will be shared between Royston Methodist Church and the Royston Food Bank

For tickets or further information please contact Brian on 07895 095455

HITCHIN THESPIANS is a Registered Charity, Number 1005332

6 High Street, Ashwell, Hertfordshire SG7 5NL01462 743343

[email protected] www.thethreetunsashwell.co.uk

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MELDRETH BOWLS CLUB OPEN DAY Everyone - any age, experienced or total beginner

- is welcome on Saturday 26th April to Meldreth Bowls Club Open Day. All you need is a pair of flat shoes as all other equipment will be provided.

We have a qualified Coach and top County Bowlers who will be offering expert tuition and guidance on the day to be followed up with Coaching on the following 4 Sunday mornings all free of charge.

Make 2014 the year you try something new; come along to learn a new sport, make new friends and keep active. If you cannot make our Open Day we have a “roll-up” (practice session) every Tuesday morning at 10.00 a.m. plus coffee and biscuits.

For further information please contact our Secretary Shirley Lambert on 01223 207888 (email: [email protected]).

Free movies for the kids

on week-days during the

Easter Holidays

at The Three Tuns Ashwell.

See our website for details.

EASTER CELEBRATION SUNNY - SIDE - UP

Look out for a number of Easter events at Coombes Community Centre for all the family this April.EASTER TASTERThursday 10th April,10am - 4pm with Chris Duffett from The LIGHT PROJECT (training and practical work for young people and adults ).Easter Celebration SUNNY - SIDE - UP

Good Friday 18th April, 2pm. Fun for all the family with games, craft, Egg experiments, egg rolling, egg tossing. Singing Kettle Cafe open serving home made Hot Cross Buns, icing cupcakes and Easter biscuits. Celebration and Tea

Easter Day Sunday at 3:30 celebration and tea for all the family.All events at Coombes Commnunity centre. Just turn up or contact Ignite Community Church Margaret MacCormack on 01763 852118.

SUNNY - SIDE - UP

April,10am - 4pm with

CHILDREN AT LAST YEAR’S EASTER SCRAMBLED EGGS

EVENT

MEGSONHusband and wife duo Megson are playing at

an occasional event organised by the Royston Arts Festival at the Royston Folk Club at The Bull Hotel, Royston, on Friday 23 May.

The duo - Stu Hanna and his wife Debbie - have been three times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. They will be be supported by aspiring Royston singer-songwriter Melody Causton, who is currently studying at the Institute of Contempory Music Performance in London.

Early bird reduced tickets costing £11 (no booking fee) are available online at www.roystonartsfestival.org/2014_megson.html or from Stationery Cupboard, High Street,Royston.












THE ROYSIA WOMEN’S CLUBDuring March we had some very

interesting speakers. The month started with Margaret Rogers “From Russia with Love”. With the help of her slides she took us along the Russian Waterways visiting the winter and summer palaces along the way.

The next week wildlife photographer Jeff Harrison showed slides on “ Kingfishers Up Close and Personal”.

Then Trevor Gunton explained about Vikings and their place in our history.

This was followed by author Dick Kirby on the time he spent while working for the Flying Squad.

We finished the month with Lucy Lewis tellling us about a woman’s life in the Army, where she was the first woman bomb disposal officer.

Visitors are always welcome. Why not come along and meet us on a Monday Evening in Royston Town Hall. Doors open at 7.30 for an 8pm start.

For more details please contact Wendy Pearce 01763 231381 or Mavis Ingle 01763 222524 or email [email protected]

WI AMAt our meeting in March, Royston WI

AM invited Mandy Hague and colleagues from Crafty Corner at Philimore Garden Centre to share some of their craft ideas with us. The morning was titled ‘Come and try something crafty’ and the members had the opportunity to try out a variety of craft activities, which included sewing felt rose brooches, making cards and also sequin eggs. A very successful morning was had with the members taking home the items they had made.

This year in May we celebrate our 30th

Birthday and we would like to invite any old members to join us. If you are interested in attending our celebration can you please let our President, Monica Gray know by phoning her on 01763 245895.

Wednesday 9th April is the day of our

next meeting which will be held in the Market Hill Rooms, Royston. Our talk will be by Laura Woodcock from Teenage Cancer Trust. Visitors are welcome from 10.00 am when refreshments are available.

TOWNSWOMEN’S GUILDSpeaker for our March meeting

was Jean Bawcutt, who displayed and talked about several quilts she had brought with her. Each quilt had its own story, recording stages in her life – the births of her grandchildren and some of the amazing journeys she and her husband had enjoyed. Her experiences were brought to life by the colours used, along with her expert needlecraft. One particularly complicated design depicted their Pacific trip to New Zealand, Australia, Fiji and Hawaii which included landmarks, flora and fauna. Then followed our Annual General Meeting and supper.

ICKNIELD SCHOOL FITZWILLIAM VISIT

This term all the children from reception to year 4 have visited the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge. Over the last couple of weeks 60 children on each day have gone to the museum and had a wonderful experience. We have worked with the museum teachers and artists to introduce children to the range of objects and paintings on display. The children have had the opportunity to look in depth at certain pieces of art, using textiles to help support their understanding of the paintings. They have all made their own pieces of art work, which will be put together into one treasure chest containing work from the whole school. It will be our own mini-museum!

Our aims for this trip were to inspire the children and encourage them to look closely at the pieces of art. We also wanted them to see what an interesting place the Fitzwilliam Museum is so that they might go back and visit again: One child said ‘I didn’t realise I liked museums this much’. All the children enjoyed their visits and had fun. Cairo (from year 3) summed up the experience when he said it was ‘Awesome!’

GRENEWAY CHOIR PERFORM AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALLOn Sunday 16 March, thirty four excited Year 5 and 6 pupils from

Greneway made the journey to the Royal Albert Hall to perform in this year’s Hertfordshire Schools’ Gala Concert. The pupils have been rehearsing twice a week since Christmas to learn all the repertoire and their hard work really did pay off.

The evening had the theme of the anniversary of the First World War and included a piece commissioned for the occasion. ‘We Will Remember Them’ drew together war poetry and military

style percussion to create an evocative and moving work. The concert opened with a ‘Prelude’ composed by competition winning Jamie Roberts, a former Greneway pupil. The programme then moved through jazz and rock and roll to current pop. The pupils were given the opportunity to literally ‘put their lighters (or torches) in the air’ when Gabz, of Britain’s Got Talent fame, sang her debut single ‘Lighters’. She is currently a pupil at the Nobel school in Stevenage. The concert finale was a jaw dropping rendition of Coldplay’s ‘Viva La Vida’. The sound made by 1100 children accompanied by the Hertfordshire School’s Symphony Orchestra was truly incredible. A fantastic event that the Greneway pupils were proud to be involved in.

Shaunaid Crosby, Leader of Music

GRENEWAY CHOIR PERFORM AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALLGreneway made the journey to the Royal Albert Hall to perform in this year’s Hertfordshire Schools’ Gala Concert. The pupils have been rehearsing twice a week since Christmas to learn all the repertoire and their hard work really did pay off.

World War and included a piece commissioned for the occasion. ‘We Will Remember Them’ drew together war poetry and military

style percussion to create an evocative and moving work. The concert opened with a ‘Prelude’

WI PMBrian Carline gave us an amusing talk on Life in our Schools. He had been a teacher by day and a

Comedian by night for 40 years. He and his friend called themselves “ A Very Funny Double Act”. They managed to get to the final of “New Faces” but suffered humiliation by coming last.

He became a teacher because he thought it would be nice to have 6 weeks holiday. He got an interview for a job but had no qualifications so he took along his Cycling Proficiency Certificate. They were so desperate that they hired him. He has taught all age groups from Dagenham to Islington to Epping and the Kings Cross Area. He said do not underestimate children but be firm and fair and never turn your back on the class. He told some very funny stories including one about Peter Ebden, the Snooker Player who missed lessons to go to the local snooker hall to make a bit of pocket money. After 6 years of retirement he still misses the life, especially Christmas time. Once when he was giving another talk to a W.I., the ladies went out and came back at regular intervals, he found out afterwards that the local chiropodist was paying a visit.

The Competition for a School Photograph was won by Mary Taylor and the first Raffle prize by Rita Turner. Our next meeting is on April 10th in the Heritage Hall at 1.45 to 4.00pm when Rosemary Wheeler will talk on “The life of a Woman Butcher”.










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Senior citizen cod & chips

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Fish and Chips 15 Angel Pavement, Royston

Bring this voucher in for a 30% discount on all purchaseson Good Friday 18th April 2014

01763 243900Fish & Chips - Burgers - Kebabs - Pies

Fish and Chips

Cooking Chinese with Meiru

[email protected] • 07935 212398

My next Six Weeks Chinese Cooking Course starts on Wednesday 23rd April until 21st May 2014.*

I will be teaching my students cooking techniques and how to use fresh ingredients to prepare HEALTHY, LOW FAT, ECONOMIC, QUICK TO COOK AND VERY

DELICIOUS Chinese Food.

*Every Wednesday between 6:45 and 8:45 pm in Food Technology Classroom at Meridian School, Royston.

Limited space available.

New Spring Menu Coming SoonSee our website for details

Wednesday Night Quiz£100 Prize Fund

£2 Per Person Entry(6 person max team size)

9pm Start

Thursday Acoustic SessionLive Acoustic Music from 9-10pm

Every Thursday Evening

www.thegreenmanpubroyston.comemail: [email protected]

Tel: 01763 256807

Open

New Spring Menu Coming Soon

QUALITY FISH AND CHIPSMaster Fryer

has been serving the community in Royston since 1998 with their quality fish and chips in Angel Pavement.

Master Fryer pride themselves on using fresh fish and the finest ingredients. Senior Citizen cod and chips are available every day for just £4.00

Fridays are traditionally a fish day. The Friday Fish tradition continues to this day, and in particular on Good Friday, this year on 18th April.

Master Fryer are happy to give you a 30% discount this Good Friday. Simply cut out and bring along the voucher.

The “Free After Three” parking scheme in Royston means that you can park outside to pop in and collect, or eat in. Telephone orders are welcome.

Organising an event? Party orders are welcome, with free delivery within ten mile radius of Royston. Call for details of discounts offered and terms.

Opening Times: Monday - Thursdays 12noon - 10pm,

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Orwell Pannier Market1st Saturday monthly Sat 5th April10am - 12pmOrwell Village Hall

Linton Farmers & Craft s Market1st Saturday monthly Sat 5th April9am - 12noon Linton Village College

Fowlmere Farmers’ Market 2nd Saturday monthly Sat 12th April9 - 11.30amFowlmere Village Hall

Farmers’ Market Wimpole2nd Saturday monthlySat 12th April from 10am - 4pmWimpole Hall

Sandon Farmers’ Market3rd Saturday monthly Sat 19th March9.30am - 12noonSandon Primary School

Shepreth Village Hall Market4th Saturday monthlySat 26th April10am - 12.30pmShepreth Village Hall

Croydon Village MarketLast Sunday monthlySun 27th March10.30am - 1pmCroydon Village Hall

Herts Country MarketWednesdays and Saturdays From 8am Corn Exchange, Royston

Outdoor Market Every Wednesday and Saturday, 8am - 2pm Market Hill, RoystonGreenhouse MarketsThursdays - Fashion & Pamper Market 10am - 4pm Fridays -Arts & Craft s Market 10am-3.30pmSundays - Flea Market, 10.30am - 2.30pm Town Centre, Letchworth

Local Markets in April

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Enjoy a taste of the MediterraneanQuality fresh ingredients, locally sourced meats and sustainable fi sh. Book your table today at Royston’s favourite restaurant

www.eatdrinkpalazzo.co.ukT 01763 226225 E [email protected]

41 Kneesworth Street Royston Hertfordshire SG8 5AB

DANE’S BLOODPulsatilla Vulgaris is the rather uninspiring

name for the bright purple and yellow flower featured on our cover this month. It’s more commonly known as Pasque Flower and, rather more excitingly, as Dane’s Blood.

The Pasque Flower is the county flower of Hertfordshire and it blooms in late March / early May on the well drained chalky soil of Church Hill on Therfield Heath. It’s name means “like Paschal” or of Easter and legend tells that it springs from the blood of dead Vikings! This fable may well have developed as it grows in the undisturbed soil of ancient barrows – like the ones that can be found on the rolling heath land of Coronation Meadows. This site is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Local Nature reserve and one of the largest colonies of this rare plant.

Why not venture out to see them and follow this walk printed with kind permission of Great Shelford Parish Council (http://shelford.lucidata.com/walks/walk44.htm) and pop in to the Fox and Duck at Therfield for a pint or bite to eat.

on Therfield Heath. It’s name means “like Paschal”

have developed as it grows in the undisturbed soil of ancient barrows

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Bury Lane Spring FavouritesGrilled Chicken with Brie and Baby Spinach Salad

IngredientsOlive oil for Frying Chicken4 boneless skinless Chicken Breast, halved lengthwaysSalt and freshly ground Black Pepper2 cloves Garlic, crushed4 to 8 slices Brie cheese, about 1-cm thick1 tbsp Olive Oil2 Shallots, chopped 2 tbsp Vinegar2 tbsp Honey200g fresh baby Spinach Leaves4 slices Streaky Bacon, cooked and chopped into small pieces or Lardons

MethodHeat a frying pan or griddle with cooking spray and set over

medium-high heat to preheat.Season both sides of the chicken with salt, black pepper, and

garlic. Add the chicken to the hot pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat. Place 1 to 2 slices of Brie on top of chicken, and place under a hot grill until the cheese melts.

Meanwhile, add olive oil to a small frying pan and once hot, add the chopped shallots and saute. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, honey and salt and pepper to taste. Add the mixture to the pan, stir, then pour the warm vinaigrette over the spinach and toss to coat. Crumble the bacon strips over the dressed salad.

Transfer the chicken to a serving plate or plate with spinach salad and serve with fresh steamed Asparagus.


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6 High Street, Ashwell, Hertfordshire SG7 5NL01462 743343

[email protected] www.thethreetunsashwell.co.uk

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The Three Tuns continues to impress after it’s successful re-launch by experienced Hertfordshire pub operator Tim Lightfoot.

“We are Providing a satisfying mix of real ales, fine wines and fantastic pub food using local and artisan suppliers. Jon Oates our head chef puts his twist on hearty pub classics as well as the very best in modern British cuisine. We have created a relaxed informal way to enjoy great British produce in a warm & friendly local village pub. Wellies, kids & dogs are welcome too!”

Taking Bookings Now for Easter Sunday Monday - Friday Lunch 12-3pm, Dinner 6-10pm

Saturday Lunch 12-4pm, Dinner 6-10pmSunday Lunch 12-5pm

For reservations call us on 01462 743343Find us at www.thethreetunsashwell.co.uk

or at www.facebook.com/thethreetunsashwell

Traditional butchers offering great quality free range and local meat, poultry and game, at great value, every day, together with a large range of artisan cheeses, and delicatessen products. And, our renowned home made pies and handmade sausages including the original Royston Banger.

Free* delivery service in Royston and local villages *Subject to minimum order and within a 10 mile radius of the shop.

Our opening hours are:Tuesday to Thursday 8am to 5pm, Friday 8am to 6pmSaturday 8am to 4pm. Sunday and Monday closed

10 Church Lane, Royston, Herts. SG8 9LGTel: 01763 246316

Country food at its best ...

Product of the Month Why not make Easter extra special this year by serving traditional roast lamb on Easter Sunday?

wishing you all a happy easter!

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Quality fresh fruit & vegetables delivered to your door

NO TIME?UNABLE TO GET OUT? LET US DELIVER

YOUR ORDER TO YOU!

•Free local delivery•Visit our shop at The Corn Exchange

•Retail, wholesale & catering

6-7 Corn Exchange, Market Hill, Royston SG8 9JTOpening Times:

Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 8.30am - 4.00pmWednesday & Saturday - 8.00am - 4.00pm

Thurday & Sunday - Closed

01763 249986 Email: [email protected]

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A10 Melbourn By-Pass, Melbourn, Royston, Herts SG8 6DF Tel: 01763 260418www.burylanefarmshop.co.uk • Open 7 days a week all year round

Fresh Fruit and Veg • Delicatessen • Butchers • Café • Giftware • Garden Centre • Fun Barn

Succulent lamb for Easter Sunday

A10 Melbourn By-Pass, Melbourn, Royston, Herts SG8 6DF Tel: 01763 260418www.burylanefarmshop.co.uk • Open 7 days a week all year round

Fresh Fruit and Veg • Delicatessen • Butchers • Café • Giftware • Garden Centre • Fun Barn

Succulent lamb for Easter Sunday

SPRING OPEN GARDENS, MELDRETHAs part of the fund raising events

for maintaining the fabric of Holy Trinity Church Meldreth, The Friends are holding their Spring Open Gardens event on Sunday 27th April.

The Friends held their first Open Gardens in the mid 1980s and the spring event started in 2005. This year there is a mixture of gardens across the village ranging from a small vegetable garden keenly tended by a retired gardener to an attractive garden in a 2 acre woodland setting. Teas will be served at the church all afternoon.

As in previous years the Garden Design Centre based at Scotsdale will support our event with a free Garden Design Consultation that will be raffled.

Admission is £4 and children 50p and there is ample free off road parking at the church.Meldreth Spring Open Gardens, Sunday 27th April,1.30 to 5.30pm

SPRING OPEN GARDENS, MELDRETH

there is a mixture of gardens across the

garden keenly tended by a retired gardener to an attractive garden in a 2

the ad hoc cocktail clubMidori SourHere is a nice fresh zesty little number to help you welcome in the spring weather!2 wedges of lime2 slices of lemon50ml of Midori melon liqueursplash of grenadine

1. Into a cocktail shaker add the lemon and lime pieces and muddle using your muddling stick. This creates “sours mix” and can be made beforehand if you wish.2. Add the Midori melon liqueur 3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until frosted.4. Either strain into a martini glass or pour the ice/Midori mixture into a rock glass.5. Add a splash of grenadine gently down the side of the glass to layer on the bottom. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a straw.Bottoms up!!

for maintaining the fabric of Holy Trinity Church Meldreth, The Friends are holding their Spring Open Gardens event on Sunday 27th April.

Gardens in the mid 1980s and the spring event started in 2005. This year there is a mixture of gardens across the village ranging from a small vegetable garden keenly tended by a retired gardener to an attractive garden in a 2 acre woodland setting. Teas will be served at the church all afternoon.

will support our event with a free Garden Design Consultation that will be raffled.

Midori SourMidori Sour

zesty little number to

50ml of Midori melon

1. Into a cocktail shaker add the lemon and lime pieces and

61ST ASHWELL MUSIC FESTIVALFoden’s Brass Band will top the bill at the 61st Ashwell

Music Festival in May. The annual event offers its usual mix of top class performers from a range of musical styles and the arts including brass, jazz, opera and story telling.

The Festival will start this year on Thursday 8th May with the traditional Young.Musicians’ Concert featuring young performers from Ashwell, Baldock and the surrounding area.

Other events include the Memphis Jazz Band with a mix of blues, great American songbook and other stomping tunes, a quartet of young professional singers, a story teller with “Fairy Tales for Grown Ups” and much more.

For further information and tickets, visit www.ashwellmusicfestival.org.uk or by contacting the Box Office 01462 742979

Meldreth Spring Open Gardens, Sunday 27th April,1.30 to

61ST ASHWELL MUSIC FESTIVAL

The Festival will start this year on Thursday 8th May with the

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Donna FallonTues 1st April, 7.45pmVIP packages available, includes meet & greet and barGordon Craig Theatre, StevenageBox office: www.gordon-craig.co.uk, 01438 363200

Lent LunchWed 2nd April, 12noon - 1.30pmSt. Thomas’s Catholic Church Hall

Environ Taster Experience Thurs 3rd April, 1 - 8 pm Get expert advice and a tailor-made mini treatmentBookings essential Harmony Day Spa, Baldock St, Royston

Everyday life in the eighteenth centuryThurs 3rd April, 8pm Illustrated talk by Dr Ken SneathRoyston & District Local History SocietyRoyston Town HallContact: 01763 242677

Four Charities Golf DayFri 4th AprilIn aid of the Stevenage Mayor’s four Charities: British Red Cross, RNLI, Alzheimers Society and Carers Stevenage Golf & Conference CentreContact: 01992 585969, [email protected]

New Hypnobirthing CourseFri 4th AprilRoyston Complementary Health CentreContact: 01763 247440

What the DickensSat 5th April, 7.15pmAn evening of comedy and magic loosely based on the life of Charles DickensWhaddon Village Hall Tickets: 01223 207703

Heart of TransformationSat 5th & Sun 6th April, 10am - 4pmMeldreth Village HallTwo days to a more peaceful and easier lifeContact: 01223 968660, www.heartoftransformation.org.uk

Thriplow Daffodil WeekendSat 5th & Sun 6th April, 11am – 5pm each dayReal ale tent, classic cars, local food fair, steam organ, miniature steam railway rides, folk music tentDetails: www.thriplowdaffodils.org.uk

Antique & Collectors FairSat 5th & Sun 6th April With Postcards and MilitariaWood Green Animal Shelter Godmanchester

Sport Royston Fayre Sun 6th April, 10am – 5pmTaster sessions/demonstrations from almost every sport club in Royston! Including, bmx, hockey, football, golf, badminton, gymnastics, swimming and many moreRoyston Leisure Centre and Meridian All Weather Centre

Easter Egg Hunt and Bake OffSun 6th April, 10amEaster egg hunt with coffee, tea and bake off entriesGuilden Morden Village HallSign up: [email protected]

Antiques & Vintage FairSun 6th April, 10am – 4pmHomemade cakes & refreshmentsBarkway Village Hall, SG8 8BSContact: 01763 849249, [email protected]

Tree and Flower FairiesWed 9th April, 10amDiscover some of the trees and spring flowers that feature in fairy rhymes. Make your own fairy belongings from nature after a walk around the park with CambridgePPF’s experienced field teachersWandlebury Country ParkInformation: [email protected]

Lent LunchWed 9th April, 12noon - 1.30pmSt. Thomas’s Catholic Church Hall

Spring SaleThurs 10th April, 10.30am – 3pmIn aid of British Red CrossLadies and children’s clothing, shoes, bags, homeware, gifts & accessories£3.50 including coffee & biscuitsBluntswood Hall, Nr Buntingford, SG9 9RN

Easter Taster Thurs 10th April, 10am - 4pm With Chris Duffett from The Light Project Contact: 01763 852118Coombes Community Centre

Blooms NightThurs 10th April, 7.30pmGarden lecturer Andrew Sankey, on ideas for redesigning gardens. All welcomeRoyston Town Hall

Shakespeare and My FaithThurs 10th April, 8pmWith Canon Shamus Williams, Rector of Shingay group of parishesRoyston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Cheese & Wine Evening Fri 11th April, 7.30pm £25 a head, pre-booking essential The Three Tuns, AshwellContact: 01462 743343

Festival of CrossesFri 11th – Sun 13th AprilA display of a wide variety of crosses, in lots of different contexts and made from a wide variety of materialsRoyston Methodist Church

Glazed CreationsFri 11th & Sat 26th April, 7 – 10pmLadies’ nights, bring a bottle, snacks will be providedGlazed Creations, Baldock Street, RoystonContact: 01763 249800

Easter Activity MorningSat 12th April, 10am - 12noonChildren and families welcome, free fun for all agesRoyston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Spring SaleSat April 12th, 2-4pmUnwanted items in good conditionAll Saints Community Hall, MelbournContact: 01763 261154

Royston Lions Quiz Night Sat 12th April, 7.45 for 8pmWith bar and raffleTeams of up to 8Market Hill RoomsContact: 01763 231492

Palm Sunday ServicesSun 13th April, 10am & 6.30pmRoyston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Holiday OrienteeringTues 15th April, 10amLearn how to read a map and navigate along new routes, getting plenty of exercise at the same timeWandlebury Country [email protected]

Robin Hood MorningWed 16th April, 10amTest your accuracy at archery with some help, then make and decorate your very own bow and arrowWandlebury Country [email protected]

Time Bank CaféWed 16th April, 1.30 – 3pmThe Time Bank Café is a great way to get to know people in the community and share your knowledge and abilitiesAt this month’s café we will be holding a flower arranging sessionCoombes Community CentreContact: 01462 689405, www.mytimebank.org.uk

Maundy Thursday ServiceThurs 17th April, 8pm Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Good Friday ServiceFri 18th April, 9.30am Followed by the Walk of Witness to Royston CrossRoyston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Easter Celebration Fri 18th April, 2pmFun for all the family with games, craft, Egg experiments, egg rolling, egg tossingSinging Kettle Cafe open serving homemade Hot Cross Buns, icing cup cakesCoombes Community CentreContact: 01763 852118

Living with Cancer:Support Group Sat 19th April, 10am-12pm Coombes Community Centre Contact: www.mandythornton.com

Children’s Easter Chocolate TrailSat 19th April, 10am - 12.30pmCome along and join the Easter chocolate trail, accompanied children can search Royston Town Centre shops and stalls for numbered chocolate rabbits. The winners will be picked at random by the Town Mayor at 12.30pmThe Corn Exchange, Royston

Royston Cricket ClubSat 19th April, 10am – 1pmOpen day, if you or your children would like to find out if you enjoy playing cricket then come alongTherfield Cricket Ground

Easter Fun Day at WandleburySat 19th April, 11am - 4pmSearch for clues in Wandlebury photo-trail egg huntComplete the course and you could win an Easter eggWandlebury Country [email protected]

Easter Sunday ServicesSun 20th April, 10am & 6.30pm Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Easter SundaySun 20th April, 3.30pmCelebration and tea for all the family at Ignite Community Church Coombes Community Centre

Live Music with MashedSun 20th April, 9pmFox & Duck, Therfield

Car Boot SaleMon 21st AprilOrwell Recreation GroundBookings: 01223 207450, [email protected]

Baby Massage & Baby Yoga ClassesTues 22nd AprilRoyston Complementary Health CentreContact: 01763 247440

Green Fingers Garden ClubWed 23rd April, 7.30pmRichard Todd will be giving a talk, Challenges and Joys of a Head GardenerCoombes Community Centre, Burns RdContact: 01763 244424

Talking HeadsThurs 24th April, 8pmWith Elizabeth Dolman reading Alan Bennett’s acute observations of ordinary peopleRoyston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road

Jewellery WorkshopsFri 25th April, 7 – 9pmRecycle jewelleryGlazed Creations, Baldock Street, Royston

Royston Library ReopensSat 26th April, 9amThe newly refurbished library reopens its doors with increased opening hours:Monday 10am-5.30pmTuesday 10am - 5.30pmWednesday 10am - 6pmFriday 10am - 5pmSaturday 9am - 4pmClosed Thursdays and Sundays

Royston Town Youth Mini KickersStarts Sat 26th April, 9.15 – 10am & 10.15 – 11amMini Kickers will offer fun, structured football sessions to boys and coaching for 3-6 year oldsThe Meridian SchoolContact: [email protected], 01763 255462

Bereavement Support GroupSat 26th April, 10am - 12pm Coombes Community CentreContact: www.mandythornton.com

Roller DiscoSat 26th April, 10am – 4pmRefreshments and food availableRoysia Middle School, Burns RoadBookings: Greneway Middle School

Meldreth Bowls ClubSat 26th April, 2pmCome along learn a new sport, make new friends and keep activeContact: 01223 207888

Quiz NightSat 26th April, 7.30pmTickets to be booked in advanceGuilden Morden Village HallTickets: [email protected]



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Family Friendly Event

Tumble Tots is Britain's leading Physical Play Programme for young children to gain confidence and have fun

Tuesdays: Coombes Community Centre, Royston

9.30am Walking to 2 years 10.30am 2 to 3 years 1.15pm 3 to 5 years

For bookings tel: 07725 736333 or go to www.tumbletots.com/hitchin

[email protected]

Melbourn Rock ClubSat 26th April, 7.30pmFour Wheel Drive, Unit Nine and Dirty Little Rebel at 34 Years of Melbourn Rock ClubEternit Sports & Social Club, Whaddon Road, MeldrethContact: 01763 260250, www.melbourn-rock-club.com

The Magic of Gilbert & SullivanSat 26th April, 7.45pmWith The Hitchin ThespiansRoyston Methodist Church, Queen’s RoadTickets: 07895 095455

Table Top SaleSun 27th April, 10am - 12pm Enjoy browsing a variety of stalls and after relax with refreshmentsLitlington Village HallTable bookings: 07951 842768

Royston Repair CaféSun 27th April, 10am – 1pmThe Meridian SchoolInformation: www.facebook.com/RoystonRepairCafe

Wedding Open DaySun 27th April, 10am – 4pmThe Red Lion, Station Road East, Whittlesford Bridge, Cambridge Contact: [email protected]

Round the Cricket Pitch and BeyondSun 27th April, 11.30amA walk where all funds raised go to charityHoly Trinity Church, Chrishall

Spring Open GardensSun 27th April, 1.30 – 5.30pmThis year there is a mixture of gardens across the village ranging from a small vegetable garden keenly tended by a retired gardener to an attractive garden in a 2 acre woodland settingHoly Trinity Church, Meldreth

Come Dancing at SpirellaSun 27th April, 7.30 — 10.30pmDance to Ballroom, Latin and Popular Sequence MusicSpirella Ballroom, Bridge Road, LetchworthContact: 01234 300179

Tap FactorySun 27th April, 7.45pm High energy dance show where ‘Stomp’ meets ‘Tap Dogs’Gordon Craig Theatre, StevenageBox office: www.gordon-craig.co.uk, 01438 363200

Litlington Village PreschoolMon 28th April – Thurs 1st May, 10am - 12pmCome and bring your child to see our preschool in action and join in a selection of creative activities on this open dayLitlington Village HallContact: 07984 935193

War Torn Skies of HertfordshireMon 28th AprilAn illustrated talk with historian Julian Evan-Hart. Organised by friends of 398th Bomb Group Memorial AssociationThe Woodman Inn, NuthampsteadContact: 01763 848815

Throughout the monthMelbourn and District Photographic ClubLocal photographers are welcome to join this friendly club meetingTues, 7.30pm1st April, AGMFoxton Village HallContact: 01763 232 855

Knit Barley2nd and 4th Weds of each month, 7.30pmA new knitting club, all abilities welcomeThe Fox & Hounds pub, BarleyContact: 07966 775751, [email protected]

Wimpole Lambing Time Until April, 10.30am - 5pmCelebrate the arrival of spring by watching the frolics of new born lambs and learn about of the life of sheepWimpole Hall

Ashwell Easter Stage SchoolMon 7th – Fri 11th April, 9am – 3pmSing and act, all abilities welcome, over 5’s onlyBookings: 07903 058568

Secondhand Book SaleFri 18th April – Mon 5th MayAll Books 50pWimpole Hall Stable Block

The Science of D-DaySat 5th – Mon 21st, 10.30am – 2.30pmSponsored by Lockheed MartinOur Easter holiday activities look at the ingenious inventions created by scientific boffins to ensurevictory on D-DayIWM Duxford

Royston Parish Church Services in AprilSun 13th, 9.45am Palm Sunday procession Sun 13th, 6.30pm Evening choral srvicesTues 15th Taize service, quiet meditative servicesThurs17th, 8pm Service, Maundy ThursdayFri 18th, 11am Walk of witness from Priory gardens bandstandSun 20th, 6.30am Sunrise service in Priory memorial gardens, followed by warming Drinks and Hot cross bunsSun 20th, 8am Normal Eucharist.Sun 20th, 10am Family Eucharist with Easter eggs

James and the Giant PeachWed 16th – Sun 20th April Musical adaptation of the popular Roald Dahl classic by the Gordon Craig In-House productions team starring local performers and up and coming professionalsGordon Craig Theatre, StevenageBox office: www.gordon-craig.co.uk, 01438 363200

Royston Photographic Society exhibition Starts Sat 19th April Open themeRoyston and District Museum, Lower King Street, Royston Contact: 01763 242587, [email protected]

Cooking Chinese with MeiruStarts 23rd April, 6.45 – 8.45pmLearn to cook using fresh ingredients to make delicious Chinese foodThe Meridian School, RoystonContact: [email protected], 07935 212398

Curwens Art GalleryUntil 23rd April, 9am - 5.30pm dailyJewellery by Budding Beaders and paintings by Mike Dobson and Nursel Darroux Curwens Solicitors Art Gallery, 17 High Street, Royston

Birthlight Pregnancy YogaStarts Thurs 3rd AprilContact: www.mindbodyhaven.com, 074567 01944Melbourn Community Hub

Yoga & Pilates Royston Complementary Health CentreContact: 01763 247440

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ART IN ARRINGTON

Jane Harvey – ArtistCommissions, paintings and prints for sale

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LOCAL ARTIST AUCTIONS WORK FOR CANCER CHARITY

Royston artist Lisa Stanway is auctioning one of her oil paintings to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

The mother-of-three lost her sister, Paula, to cancer in 2007, at the young age of 33. Lisa decided to raise money for Macmillan Nurses by way of thanks and appreciation for their work.

Lisa said, “I’ve always enjoyed all sorts of arts and crafts, but with bringing up three young children, there is not much time for painting. After many years, I have recently started oil painting again”.

The original oil painting, titled “Under a Stormy Sky”, has been framed and ready to hang. Mrs Stanway hopes to raise as much as possible by auctioning it on the eBay website for ten days in April.

Lisa added, “Every single penny raised will go directly to Macmillan as they do such a fantastic job”.

Interested buyers can make bids via ebay - search for “Under a Stormy Sky” from Friday 4th April , with the auction ending at 6pm on Sunday 13th April.

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For more info please call Cathryn 01763 249750/07967 740652or email: [email protected]

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Accountancy

If you are experienced in accountancy and taxation then we would be interested in meeting to discuss a potential vacancy at our offices in Royston.

The position would be part-time and might suit someone qualified or qualified-by-experience who has worked in an accountancy practice before.

If you are fluent in double entry and can see things in black and white but explain them with a bit of colour, then please email [email protected].

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Job Title: Clerk to the Governors, Therfi eld First SchoolStart Date May 2014 Employment Type: Part-time Contract Type: Fixed term Contract Date of Interview: TBA Pay £10 per hour Hours: Approx 30 hours per year Closing Date : Friday 25th April 2014

Vacancy Description

We are recruiting for a Clerk to the Governing body to support the Governing Body of our popular First School for pupils from 4 to 9 years of age. The Clerk will be responsible for supporting the Chair of Governors, the Head Teacher and the Chairs of some committees in the preparation of all documents for meetings and the writing up and distribution of all minutes.Full training will be given and support is provided by HCC Governance as required. This role requires a high level of integrity and confi dentiality. The school supports and promotes the safeguarding of children and is an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.This vacancy will be subject to an enhanced CRB check.For further details and an application form please contact the school offi ce The deadline for applications is 25th April 2014 at 5pm.

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POLITICS WITH INTEGRITY?You can tell there’s a general election looming next year, because

our politicians are falling over themselves to deliver smiling sound-bites, hinting at new crowd-pleasing legislation.

Now I know that UK elections can involve negative name-calling and the ‘vote for us because the others are worse’ interviews, but that’s politics, isn’t it?

In the corporate world, to be accused of ‘playing politics’ is usually an insult, although there are those who believe we could all learn useful and constructive lessons from our Right Honourable friends.

I was going to write about communication but, as The Listing closed for press, I heard the news about the death of veteran politician, Tony Benn. Whatever you think about his politics, he was a highly principled MP who fought for the rights of the individual for 50 years. Many bosses would do well to take a leaf out of his book: he knew exactly what he stood for, and managed himself with integrity.

In an interview in 2005, Tony Benn said every politician should ask themselves five important questions: “What power have you got? Where did you get it from? In whose interests do you exercise it? To whom are you accountable? How can we get rid of you?”

He then added, “Only democracy gives us that right. That is why no-one with power likes democracy and that is why every generation must struggle to win it and keep it; including you and me, here and now.”

I think those questions should be asked by every person wielding power or authority over any other, be they a boss, a manager, a team leader – or even a teacher with a class-full of students. Answer those questions and then lead from the front, trusting your principles, knowing who you are ‘working’ for and never giving up the fight for what you believe in. www.julianberry.co.uk

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Are you closer to being the goddess of grime than the queen of clean? Spring sunshine means that it’s the ideal time to don your apron, snap on your Marigolds and refresh your home from top to bottom.

If you really can’t bear the thought of tackling every room at once, you could spend perhaps an hour a week or else tackle one room at a time until your home feels truly transformed.

So, where should you begin? The obvious place is with a good, old-fashioned tidy up, paying attention to all your tables, shelves, floors and other surfaces, inside kitchen and bathroom cupboards, bedroom wardrobes and chests of drawers.

Once you have cleared the space, you are almost ready to begin. But

not quite. Make a list of what needs doing (this may be rather time-consuming, but will be worth it in the end) and allocate some time for each chore. Then dig out appropriate clothing. What to wear will depend on the task at hand, but should include an old shirt and trousers, and could also mean rubber gloves, sturdy shoes, an apron and a dust mask or safety goggles.

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– you’ll see it divides into five main areas: vacuuming, dusting, mopping/scrubbing, washing and wiping, and polishing as well as room specific tasks, such as turning mattresses, spot-cleaning upholstery, cleaning the oven, defrosting the fridge, descaling the shower head and beating rugs. You could also sort out those less frequently required jobs such as steam-cleaning the carpets or having the chimney swept.

Before you embark, bear in mind the basic principles of cleaning: work from top to bottom (dust the light fitting before polishing the table beneath) and tackle dry before wet (vacuum before mopping, obviously). Try to be organised, whether you work one room at a time or one task at a time. With a little forethought, preparation and organisation, spring cleaning can be a rewarding activity that will restore your home to its rightful place as a peaceful haven that is well-kept, tidy and gleamingly, squeaky clean.

FIVE OLD-FASHIONED CLEANING TIPS• Polish chrome taps with vinegar, a little baking soda on a damp cloth or a gentle rub of white toothpaste• To dust carved wooden furniture, put a dab of furniture cream on a damp cloth, and hold it over the bristles of a soft toothbrush – you will be able to work your way into all the cracks and crevices• De-grease a vinyl floor (under the oven, for example) by rubbing with a halved lemon, then mop with an all-purpose cleaner• Spot-clean upholstery by gently rubbing in a little foamy shaving cream and removing with a clean, damp cloth• Beat a rug by hanging it over a washing line and using a tennis racket


ROYSIA PERFORMS MIDSUMMER MAGICStudlands Rise have been very busy recently! For two weeks in March the children (and parents!)

have been cycling and scooting to school everyday as part

of the Big Pedal competition, organised by the Sustrans charity. The school came overall 50th place out of the 150 small schools that took part, averaging 60% of pupils cycling/scooting everyday. They were 5th in the East of England region and the top scoring Hertfordshire school.

The children also dressed up as a favourite book character for World Book Day. The school has recently spent a substantial amount of money redeveloping their reading scheme and the children are loving the new books.

On Friday 14th March the Mayor joined in the fun by arriving at school on his scooter and presenting the children with a special certificate in celebration of their efforts.

Alison Doke, Headteacher, Studlands Rise First School

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of the Big Pedal competition, organised by the Sustrans charity. The school came overall 50th place out of the 150 small schools that took part, averaging 60% of pupils cycling/scooting everyday. They were 5th in the East of England region and the top scoring Hertfordshire school.

character for World Book Day. The school has recently spent a substantial amount of money

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We have some great ideas for Easter painting appearing around the studio and are already booking up for the Easter holidays.

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We will be holding ladies' nights on Friday 11th April and Saturday 26th April. These sessions run from 7pm – 10pm and are a great chance to have a night out with friends or to get some advice on techniques. No previous experience is necessary, bring a bottle, we will provide snacks and tea/coffee.

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The Kumon Maths and English Programmes have been helping children of all ages and abilities across the world study beyond their school level for 60 years. The programmes enable children to develop their study skills and confidently tackle advanced work.

With findings, such as those in the recent PISA report, continuously telling us that literacy and numeracy skills in the UK and Ireland are falling behind the rest of the world, perhaps it is time to find out what our world-class education programmes can offer your child and buck this national trend.

Come along to a Kumon Maths and English Assessment Event at the Kumon Royston Study Centre on Monday 7 April and let us tell you what skills your child currently has, and which ones we can help them develop.

Through daily study of the Kumon programmes, your child will develop the independent learning skills to learn for themselves, so they do not become dependent on – or limited by – the skills and knowledge of others. Your child will then be able to apply these skills to all subjects and outside of school too.

The Kumon Maths and English Assessment Event will take place at the Catholic Church Hall, Melbourn Road, Royston.To register your attendance at this event contact Sally McMeekin on 01763 248 562 or email [email protected]

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A WORLD OF EDUCATIONEnglish Assessment Event on Monday 7 April

Across the globe, the Kumon Maths and English Programmes advance students beyond their school level.

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MERIDIAN STUDENTS VISIT SHEPRETHAs part of their AS level course the Biology students visited

Shepreth Wildlife Park to learn about the role that zoos have in conserving endangered species of animals. The students were given a very informative talk about conservation and had a chance to handle some of the animals from the zoo - there were snakes, African land snails, millipedes, some skunks to name but a few. They then had an opportunity to have a look around the park and see first-hand the role that zoos have in preserving species of animals.

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In the garden... April Top tips and ideas to improve your garden! Spring has arrived in the garden, in this new feature I will be suggesting ways to make improvements to your outdoor spaces to make them more enjoyable.

1. Harmony of materialsWhen planning any hard landscaping, for example patios, walls or gravelled areas, it is important when selecting the stone that you consider others used in the area. I recommend using similar colours to the bricks on your house or existing walls. 2. Gradual RevealHowever large or small, the best gardens offer a sense of experience as the garden reveals itself. This can be achieved using a well-positioned larger shrub, section of hedging, willow fencing, wood structures or a rendered wall with windows to show there is more to discover and explore beyond!3. All year round interestNow is the time to be capturing the growing season. When planning new planting try to include plants that will offer all year round interest. There are many good evergreen choices such as box and yew that will give good structure throughout the seasons and I recommend starting with these. Then arrange other deciduous shrubs and flowers to provide contrast, colour and variation. 4. ScentScent is a very important way in which we connect with the garden. Consider where to best position scented plants for maximum enjoyment. Lavender and Rosemary work well close to a path where they can be brushed passed. Roses and honey suckles are great for pergolas and arches or trained around an entrance to a door. Jasmine provides a beautiful scent ideal for relaxing warm sunny evenings. Scent is very objective so choose plants that you will never tire of smelling especially when it is growing by your patio.5. Vertical interestEvery garden needs vertical interest. This could be achieved using a pergola or arch with climbing plants or a modern structure providing a more dramatic effect. Alternatively and more simply vertical interest can be achieved by training plants such as Wisteria or climbing roses up existing structures such as walls and fences. Where space will allow a suitable tree choice will give years of enjoyment.

Go for it! Start with little changes, it can make all the difference to your enjoyment of the garden! Richard Arnott / gardendesignsolutions / Garden Design & Build www.richardarnott.com [email protected] www.thinkgardenthinkrichard.co.uk

Cloudy2Clear Windows – Service With A Smile!It’s been a crazy few months for Cloudy2Clear Windows. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has grown rapidly as homeowners take advantage of their services. Managing Director Tim Law feels that it’s all about service. ‘Our product is simple. If your double glazing is

misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 5 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Many tradespeople have struggled since last year and I honestly feel that during the good times a minority perhaps didn’t focus on customer care as much as they should have done. We make sure we turn

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A visit to any nursery or garden centre at this time of year will reveal a brilliant array of herbaceous perennials. Right now they might be small and not look particularly enticing but just take a look at the illustration on the label and you will see that these small plants have great potential. They’re also great value, usually somewhere around the £1.50-£2.50 mark.

It’s essential that newly planted perennials are given that little bit of extra tender loving care. Small plants such as these are more likely to be prone to any weather extremes and even plants in larger pots should be well established. When you ease the plants out of their pots, if you see a really plentiful supply of roots that usually means you have purchased a good plant.

Check the plant labels to see the ultimate spread of the plant. For the best effect you generally want to grow several individuals of the same species and I suggest you choose an odd number, perhaps three, or five for a much larger garden, as this invariably makes a better display than if even numbers of plants are used. It may be tempting to plant too close

and although this will provide a better looking display initially, over-crowded plants are less likely to become well established, will have to be moved in the near future and in the meantime will be more prone to numerous diseases.

It’s also essential to plant at the correct depth. With herbaceous perennials you need to make sure that you place the plant in the ground to the same depth that it was in the container and although you may decide to mulch the soil afterwards, do remember not to mulch right up to or over the crown of the plant, as this is likely to lead to poor growth and maybe even dieback.

Weed control is essential and you can either hoe regularly between the plants to prevent the weeds causing competition or you can use a deep mulch or perhaps even place squares of landscape fabric or black polythene around each plant. Do remember however, if you use polythene, rain will not be able to penetrate through it and so the plants are more likely to suffer from drought. With landscape fabric this is not a problem. I’m a great fan of copper-impregnated and coated fabrics as

these help to keep weeds and slugs and snails at bay. Once you have dug over the whole bed, then it’s well worthwhile adding a general fertilizer. If you notice that the soil is on the heavy side, I suggest incorporating plenty of bulky organic matter and grit. Similarly, if the soil is excessively dry, then you could try to improve its texture by incorporating large quantities of any good bulky organic matter. Once the plants are in position, firm the soil thoroughly and do take care not to compact it if it’s on the heavy side. Regular watering is essential and if the ground is not already quite moist, you should water the plants in well. Check them regularly for signs of any pests or diseases as it will be much easier to stop something in its tracks if you start to take action early on in the season.

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ACCOMMODATIONThe Boars Head35 Market Hill, RoystonSG8 9JU 01763 2430133 twin rooms

The Chequers58 High Street, Royston,Herts SG8 9AW 01763 2447888 ensuite rooms www.chequersroyston.co.uk

The Green Man37 Market Hill, Royston Herts, SG8 9JU 01763 2480063 rooms available

Hillside House RoystonNewmarket Road(A505)Royston 01763 247551 www.hillside-house-royston.co.uk Credit cards accepted 3 double rooms en-suite B&B. Free WIFI throughout

The Old Bull Inn56 High Street, Royston01763 24200311 en-suite rooms, B & B

CHARITIESCancer Research UK, Maurice Hill,Chairman18,Orchard Way,Royston,Herts, SG8 5EY.07719132793 [email protected]

Home-Start Royston & South Cambridgeshire. Unit 6, Valley Farm, Station Road, Meldreth, Royston, Herts, SG8 6JP 01763 [email protected]

CHURCHESChurches Together in Royston and Districtwww.ct-royston.org.uk07923 883438

Bassingbourn Parish Church,North End Revd. Donald McFadyen 01763 244836 www.bassingbournchurch.org.uk

Bassingbourn URCSouth End Bassingbourn, Rev’d Duncan GoldieTea Room last Friday eachmonth Sunday school each week Sec. Gillian Darnell 01763 245571

Fowlmere United Reformed Church 01440 761241

Guilden Morden Congregational Church,Pound Green ,Guilden Morden. 01767677680 and 01763 852883 Melbourn Baptist ChurchMort-lock Street 01763 261650 www.melbourn-baptist.org.uk

Ignite Community Church, Coombes Comminity Centre, Burns Road Contact: Margaret McCormack01763 852118

Open House Project, The House, Market Hill. 01763 246799 www.thehouseonline.org.uk

Royston Catholic ChurchMel-bourn Road Fr. Seamus Mc-Geoghan 01763 243117 www.roystoncatholicchurch.co.uk

Royston Evangelical Church 11.15 Every Sunday, York Way A Lively, Welcoming, Interna-tional Church. 01763 233332

Royston Methodist Church, Queen’s Road, Minister Rev’d Chris White, 01763 256816. Sunday services at 10am and 6.30pm, Juneior Church & crèche at 10am. www.royston-methodist.org.uk

St John’s Parish ChurchMelbourn Street, [email protected]: The Revd. Heidi Huntley 01763 243145 Church Office: 01763 246371

Revelation Youth Church, Meldreth 01763 262440

Royston Spiritualist Church President Judy Moule Service every Sunday 6.30pm Room 11, Royston Town Hall. Everyone welcome. Judy Moule 01223 503345

Therfield Chapelwww.therfieldchapel.org 01763 287220

Therfield Parish Church Revd. Richard Morgan 01763 287364

Trinity Life ChurchMeetings 10am Royston Town

Hall Pastor Matt & Cate Hall [email protected] www.tlc-royston.org.uk 01763 230350

CITIZENS ADVICENorth Herts and District Citizens Advice, The Town Hall Royston. Drop in Mon & Wed, 9.30am-12noon. National Advice line number: 08444 111 444: 10am –4pm, Mon-Fri

COUNCILSHertfordshire County Council01992 555555www.hertsdirect.org

North Herts District Council 01462 474000www.north-herts.gov.uk

Royston District Council Office 01763 242393Royston Town Council01763 878242

DENTISTSAshwell Dental44 High StreetAshwell 01462 742353

The Dentist63 The High Street Buntingford 01763 271695

Market Hill Dental Care6-8 Market Hill Royston 01763 244298

Priory Dental Centre17 Queens RoadRoyston 01763 246677

The Royston Dental Practice30 Kneesworth StreetRoyston 01763 243268

Royston Dental Suite29-31 High Street, Royston01763 244805

DOCTORSThe Health Centre Melbourn StreetRoyston, Herts SG8 7BS01763 2429818.30am - 6.30pm

Market Hill SurgeryMarket HillRoyston, SG8 9JN01763 248111

Roysia Surgery (Royston)Burns RoadRoyston SG8 5PT01763 2431668.30am-6.30pm

HALLS FOR HIREAd Hoc Mezzanine Floor for par-ties, functions, clubs & societies 01763 246 838 or email [email protected]

Bassingbourn Village College for parties, functions, clubs & societies. 01763 246136

Coombes Community CentreSports Hall, Meetings Rooms, Under 5’s area and Social Club Bar. Gillian Morland, [email protected] www.coombescommunitycentre.co.uk. 01763 248081

Eternit Sports and Social Club 01763 260250

Greneway School, Garden Walk, Royston SG8 7JF. Tel: 01763 243650. [email protected]. Term time only.

The Guide Hut, Garden Walk Joyce Mallows, 01763 245914

Royal British Legion, Mill Road, Royston, 01763 244560

Royston Golf ClubBaldock RoadRoyston, SG8 5BGTel: 01763 24696/243476

Royston Conservative ClubDerek Walker Room 18-20 Kneesworth Street, Royston, Herts SG8 5AA01763 243242 (General) 01763 246427 (Club Secretary)

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Royston Town FCGarden Walk. Suzanne Norman 07795 820127 or Terry McKin-nell 07772 086709

St Mary’s Church Hall, Melbourn Road, Royston01763 243117

Tannery Drift First School,Royston, SG8 5DE01763 235100Town HallHeritage Hall, Hardwick Hall,

Priory Rooms, Room 11, Committee RoomMarket Hill RoomsRoyston Town Council 01763 245484www.roystontowncouncil.gov.uk

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LEISUREBassingbourn Sports Centre 01763 242344 X 262 SMS 07873 455637

HeathSports 01763 243613

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Royston Leisure Centre 01763 255190

LIBRARYRoyston Library Market Hill Royston SG8 9JN Enquiries 01438 737333 MPOliver Heald MPMember of Parliament for North East Hertfordshire01763 [email protected] www.oliverhealdmp.com

OPTICIANSJ. Oliver Radley Opticians36 High Street, Buntingford01763 273300

POLICE STATIONRoyston Police Station, Thurs, Fri & Sat 10am - 6pm (closed 1-2pm) 01438 757908Non emergency no 101

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Roman Way First SchoolBurns Road, Royston SG8 5EQ 01763 241535

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Melbourn RoadRoyston SG8 7DB01763 242875

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Tannery Drift SchoolRoyston SG8 5DE01763 235100Greneway Middle SchoolGarden WalkRoyston SG8 7JF01763 243650

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TOWN CENTREMarkets Manager 01763 245484Geraint Burnell - Town Manager 01763 248564

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TRANSPORTNational Rail Enquiries 24-hours 08457 484950

Royston & District Community TransportLow cost door-to-door transport for groups or individuals who are unable to use conventional public transport. Office hours are 9am-3pm Monday - Friday. 01763 245228 or [email protected] or www.roytrans.co.uk

UTILITIESAnglian Water (Sewerage)Emergencies 08457 145145Electricity - Emergency and loss of supply 0800 783 8838Gas Emergencies 0800 111 999

Household Waste Recycling CentresRoyston Beverley Close, off York Way, Royston SG8 5HF All year daily, 8am - 4pm Thriplow Gravel Pit Hill, Thriplow, Cambs SG8 7HZOpen daily 8am - 5pm, Summer, 8am - 4pm, Winter. (1 October-31 March)

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